Forestburg Baptist Church: Recent Episodes
Pastor Tim Neely
Job’s high moral character and devout faithfulness to the Lord provides a godly example of how fathers are to faithfully love and lead those under their care.
Job’s high moral character and devout faithfulness to the Lord provides a godly example of how fathers are to faithfully love and lead those under their care.
Jairus asks Jesus to heal his dying daughter, but on the way, a woman with chronic bleeding touches Jesus' cloak and is healed by her faith. Meanwhile, Jairus' daughter dies, but Jesus raises her back to life, showing his power over both illness and death.
Jairus asks Jesus to heal his dying daughter, but on the way, a woman with chronic bleeding touches Jesus' cloak and is healed by her faith. Meanwhile, Jairus' daughter dies, but Jesus raises her back to life, showing his power over both illness and death.
Boaz marries Ruth, and the Lord blesses them with a son, Obed. The women of the town rejoice with Naomi, recognizing that she has been restored through Ruth and her grandson. Obed becomes the father of Jesse, who is the father of King David, establishing Ruth's place in the lineage of Israel's greatest king and, ultimately, Jesus Christ.
Boaz marries Ruth, and the Lord blesses them with a son, Obed. The women of the town rejoice with Naomi, recognizing that she has been restored through Ruth and her grandson. Obed becomes the father of Jesse, who is the father of King David, establishing Ruth's place in the lineage of Israel's greatest king and, ultimately, Jesus Christ.
Boaz marries Ruth, and the Lord blesses them with a son, Obed. The women of the town rejoice with Naomi, recognizing that she has been restored through Ruth and her grandson. Obed becomes the father of Jesse, who is the father of King David, establishing Ruth's place in the lineage of Israel's greatest king and, ultimately, Jesus Christ.
Boaz approaches the city gate, where legal matters are settled, and presents the case before the elders and a closer relative. When the other relative declines to redeem the land and marry Ruth, Boaz steps in, ensuring Ruth and Naomi's future security.
Boaz approaches the city gate, where legal matters are settled, and presents the case before the elders and a closer relative. When the other relative declines to redeem the land and marry Ruth, Boaz steps in, ensuring Ruth and Naomi's future security.
Boaz approaches the city gate, where legal matters are settled, and presents the case before the elders and a closer relative. When the other relative declines to redeem the land and marry Ruth, Boaz steps in, ensuring Ruth and Naomi's future security.
Naomi encourages Ruth to approach Boaz, leading to a pivotal moment where Ruth humbly requests his protection. Boaz responds with kindness and integrity, promising to resolve the matter properly.
Naomi encourages Ruth to approach Boaz, leading to a pivotal moment where Ruth humbly requests his protection. Boaz responds with kindness and integrity, promising to resolve the matter properly.
Naomi encourages Ruth to approach Boaz, leading to a pivotal moment where Ruth humbly requests his protection. Boaz responds with kindness and integrity, promising to resolve the matter properly.
Ruth's faithfulness and hard work lead her to Boaz, who generously provides for her. Boaz's kindness reflects God's care for the vulnerable, and Naomi begins to see hope for their future. The chapter emphasizes that God's blessings often come through ordinary acts of faith and obedience.
Ruth's faithfulness and hard work lead her to Boaz, who generously provides for her. Boaz's kindness reflects God's care for the vulnerable, and Naomi begins to see hope for their future. The chapter emphasizes that God's blessings often come through ordinary acts of faith and obedience.
Ruth's faithfulness and hard work lead her to Boaz, who generously provides for her. Boaz's kindness reflects God's care for the vulnerable, and Naomi begins to see hope for their future. The chapter emphasizes that God's blessings often come through ordinary acts of faith and obedience.
Naomi decides to return to Bethlehem after the death of her husband and sons. She urges her daughters-in-law, Orpah and Ruth, to stay in Moab. Orpah eventually agrees, but Ruth demonstrates unwavering loyalty, pledging to stay with Naomi and adopt her people and God. The chapter concludes with their arrival in Bethlehem, where Naomi expresses her bitterness over her losses. This passage highlights themes of loyalty, faith, and resilience.
Naomi decides to return to Bethlehem after the death of her husband and sons. She urges her daughters-in-law, Orpah and Ruth, to stay in Moab. Orpah eventually agrees, but Ruth demonstrates unwavering loyalty, pledging to stay with Naomi and adopt her people and God. The chapter concludes with their arrival in Bethlehem, where Naomi expresses her bitterness over her losses. This passage highlights themes of loyalty, faith, and resilience.
Naomi decides to return to Bethlehem after the death of her husband and sons. She urges her daughters-in-law, Orpah and Ruth, to stay in Moab. Orpah eventually agrees, but Ruth demonstrates unwavering loyalty, pledging to stay with Naomi and adopt her people and God. The chapter concludes with their arrival in Bethlehem, where Naomi expresses her bitterness over her losses. This passage highlights themes of loyalty, faith, and resilience.
Ruth 1:1-5 portrays a family's journey through profound loss and hardship. Fleeing famine in Bethlehem, Elimelech, Naomi, and their sons settle in Moab. However, tragedy strikes as Naomi loses her husband and both sons, leaving her in a foreign land with her daughters-in-law. This passage sets the stage for a story of resilience, loyalty, and God's redemptive plan amidst suffering.
Ruth 1:1-5 portrays a family's journey through profound loss and hardship. Fleeing famine in Bethlehem, Elimelech, Naomi, and their sons settle in Moab. However, tragedy strikes as Naomi loses her husband and both sons, leaving her in a foreign land with her daughters-in-law. This passage sets the stage for a story of resilience, loyalty, and God's redemptive plan amidst suffering.
Ruth 1:1-5 portrays a family's journey through profound loss and hardship. Fleeing famine in Bethlehem, Elimelech, Naomi, and their sons settle in Moab. However, tragedy strikes as Naomi loses her husband and both sons, leaving her in a foreign land with her daughters-in-law. This passage sets the stage for a story of resilience, loyalty, and God's redemptive plan amidst suffering.
Christ, the resurrected Lord, is with us—a living and active presence in the church.He calls us to worship and obedience, making disciples in our local communities.
Christ, the resurrected Lord, is with us—a living and active presence in the church.He calls us to worship and obedience, making disciples in our local communities.
Christ, the resurrected Lord, is with us—a living and active presence in the church.He calls us to worship and obedience, making disciples in our local communities.
Jesus introduces the Lord's Supper, highlighting His sacrificial love, the establishment of the new covenant, and the importance of remembering His redemption.
Jesus introduces the Lord's Supper, highlighting His sacrificial love, the establishment of the new covenant, and the importance of remembering His redemption.
Jesus introduces the Lord's Supper, highlighting His sacrificial love, the establishment of the new covenant, and the importance of remembering His redemption.
God instructs the Israelites to sacrifice a spotless lamb, mark their doorposts with its blood, and eat the lamb with unleavened bread. This act protects them from the plague of death striking Egypt, symbolizing God's deliverance and the power of obedience and faith. The passage foreshadows the ultimate redemption through Christ, the Lamb of God.
God instructs the Israelites to sacrifice a spotless lamb, mark their doorposts with its blood, and eat the lamb with unleavened bread. This act protects them from the plague of death striking Egypt, symbolizing God's deliverance and the power of obedience and faith. The passage foreshadows the ultimate redemption through Christ, the Lamb of God.
God instructs the Israelites to sacrifice a spotless lamb, mark their doorposts with its blood, and eat the lamb with unleavened bread. This act protects them from the plague of death striking Egypt, symbolizing God's deliverance and the power of obedience and faith. The passage foreshadows the ultimate redemption through Christ, the Lamb of God.
Many fail to consider the seriousness of Jesus' command to make disciples. As followers of Christ, we are all commanded to make other disciples. Thankfully, our Lord provided insight to His great command.
Many fail to consider the seriousness of Jesus' command to make disciples. As followers of Christ, we are all commanded to make other disciples. Thankfully, our Lord provided insight to His great command.
Many fail to consider the seriousness of Jesus' command to make disciples. As followers of Christ, we are all commanded to make other disciples. Thankfully, our Lord provided insight to His great command.
Many are skeptical of the church because of perceived hypocrites. How do we obtain credibility in our witness to others? How do live and walk in such a way to be an effective witness? We must walk in Christ to possess the credibility we need.
Many are skeptical of the church because of perceived hypocrites. How do we obtain credibility in our witness to others? How do live and walk in such a way to be an effective witness? We must walk in Christ to possess the credibility we need.
Many are skeptical of the church because of perceived hypocrites. How do we obtain credibility in our witness to others? How do live and walk in such a way to be an effective witness? We must walk in Christ to possess the credibility we need.
Many believers suffer "burn-out" or from lack of preparation. Like any other pursuit, if we are to be effective in service, we must make the proper preparations and condition ourselves spiritually.
Many believers suffer "burn-out" or from lack of preparation. Like any other pursuit, if we are to be effective in service, we must make the proper preparations and condition ourselves spiritually.
Many believers suffer "burn-out" or from lack of preparation. Like any other pursuit, if we are to be effective in service, we must make the proper preparations and condition ourselves spiritually.
Many initially are willing to follow the Lord but fail to count the cost. Upon realizing the great sacrifice necessary to follow Him, many are unwilling to pay the price.
Many initially are willing to follow the Lord but fail to count the cost. Upon realizing the great sacrifice necessary to follow Him, many are unwilling to pay the price.
Many initially are willing to follow the Lord but fail to count the cost. Upon realizing the great sacrifice necessary to follow Him, many are unwilling to pay the price.
When we support missions, we become fellow workers for the truth. When we step into the story and partner with these heroes of the faith, we, too, are doing something just as heroic. We are enlisting in the same regiment. We are joining the same team.
When we support missions, we become fellow workers for the truth. When we step into the story and partner with these heroes of the faith, we, too, are doing something just as heroic. We are enlisting in the same regiment. We are joining the same team.
When we support missions, we become fellow workers for the truth. When we step into the story and partner with these heroes of the faith, we, too, are doing something just as heroic. We are enlisting in the same regiment. We are joining the same team.
Being a disciple of Christ requires a conscious, committed effort. We will never be effective disciples with a casual, unconcerned approach. It is a lifestyle we are called to commit ourselves unto.
Being a disciple of Christ requires a conscious, committed effort. We will never be effective disciples with a casual, unconcerned approach. It is a lifestyle we are called to commit ourselves unto.
Being a disciple of Christ requires a conscious, committed effort. We will never be effective disciples with a casual, unconcerned approach. It is a lifestyle we are called to commit ourselves unto.
Discipleship is a lifelong journey, and it’s easy to get sidetracked and lose our sense of direction along the way. Every believer is called to be a disciple of Christ. It is up to us individually to heed the call to follow the Lord as His disciples.
Discipleship is a lifelong journey, and it’s easy to get sidetracked and lose our sense of direction along the way. Every believer is called to be a disciple of Christ. It is up to us individually to heed the call to follow the Lord as His disciples.
Discipleship is a lifelong journey, and it’s easy to get sidetracked and lose our sense of direction along the way. Every believer is called to be a disciple of Christ. It is up to us individually to heed the call to follow the Lord as His disciples.
Every Christian is called to prepare themselves to share their hope to a watching world. As people see the reality of Christ in our lives, let us prepare our hearts, ready our minds and respectfully respond when asked the reason for our hope in Jesus Christ.
Every Christian is called to prepare themselves to share their hope to a watching world. As people see the reality of Christ in our lives, let us prepare our hearts, ready our minds and respectfully respond when asked the reason for our hope in Jesus Christ.
God is a giving Father who teaches us not to be self-centered in our giving. We give to others for their sake and because we love God, not for what we can get out of it.
God is a giving Father who teaches us not to be self-centered in our giving. We give to others for their sake and because we love God, not for what we can get out of it.
God is a giving Father who teaches us not to be self-centered in our giving. We give to others for their sake and because we love God, not for what we can get out of it.
We can view prayer as a means to get what we want, but prayer is first communicating in our relationship with God before any blessings are received.
We can view prayer as a means to get what we want, but prayer is first communicating in our relationship with God before any blessings are received.
We can view prayer as a means to get what we want, but prayer is first communicating in our relationship with God before any blessings are received.
All human life, born and unborn, deserves equal dignity and rights; whether young, old, ill, disabled, or mentally / physically impaired, each life deserves full protection and honor as a human being.
All human life, born and unborn, deserves equal dignity and rights; whether young, old, ill, disabled, or mentally / physically impaired, each life deserves full protection and honor as a human being.
All human life, born and unborn, deserves equal dignity and rights; whether young, old, ill, disabled, or mentally / physically impaired, each life deserves full protection and honor as a human being.
Bible study can be misunderstood as personal comfort and an intellectual pursuit. But we must allow the Bible to read us and train us in God’s ways.
Bible study can be misunderstood as personal comfort and an intellectual pursuit. But we must allow the Bible to read us and train us in God’s ways.
Bible study can be misunderstood as personal comfort and an intellectual pursuit. But we must allow the Bible to read us and train us in God’s ways.
: In life we want a return on the things we do. But in our relationship with God, this can lead to spiritual disciplines being treated as transactional.
: In life we want a return on the things we do. But in our relationship with God, this can lead to spiritual disciplines being treated as transactional.
: In life we want a return on the things we do. But in our relationship with God, this can lead to spiritual disciplines being treated as transactional.
All our plans must come back to the essential message of obedience to God lived out through love of others. Jesus’s example of being a servant to his Father was worked out through serving others, and that is critical to our lives too.
All our plans must come back to the essential message of obedience to God lived out through love of others. Jesus’s example of being a servant to his Father was worked out through serving others, and that is critical to our lives too.
All our plans must come back to the essential message of obedience to God lived out through love of others. Jesus’s example of being a servant to his Father was worked out through serving others, and that is critical to our lives too.
Christmas brings together people from around the world to offer gifts and worship to the King of the Jews.
Christmas brings together people from around the world to offer gifts and worship to the King of the Jews.
Christmas brings together people from around the world to offer gifts and worship to the King of the Jews.
Christmas brings together the different generations in the church to celebrate and proclaim the birth of Jesus as the Savior of the world.
Christmas brings together the different generations in the church to celebrate and proclaim the birth of Jesus as the Savior of the world.
Christmas brings together the different generations in the church to celebrate and proclaim the birth of Jesus as the Savior of the world.
Christmas brings together the lowly and outcasts of society and invites them to worship of the King of Kings.
Christmas brings together the lowly and outcasts of society and invites them to worship of the King of Kings.
Christmas brings together the lowly and outcasts of society and invites them to worship of the King of Kings.
Christmas brings family together. The first announcement of Christ’s imminent birth brought cousins Elizabeth and Mary together to support each other through unexpected and miraculous pregnancies.
Christmas brings family together. The first announcement of Christ’s imminent birth brought cousins Elizabeth and Mary together to support each other through unexpected and miraculous pregnancies.
Christmas brings family together. The first announcement of Christ’s imminent birth brought cousins Elizabeth and Mary together to support each other through unexpected and miraculous pregnancies.
God has a wonderful plan for each of us as we work together for his glory. Sometimes we need to stop and pray intentionally for others to have the wisdom and insight God wants them to have and to find joy in knowing his plan.
God has a wonderful plan for each of us as we work together for his glory. Sometimes we need to stop and pray intentionally for others to have the wisdom and insight God wants them to have and to find joy in knowing his plan.
God has a wonderful plan for each of us as we work together for his glory. Sometimes we need to stop and pray intentionally for others to have the wisdom and insight God wants them to have and to find joy in knowing his plan.
Accomplishing the work of God requires encouragement, wisdom, strength, and the power of God.
Believers are called to share in God’s work by using the gifts they have received to build up other believers and glorify God. We must work together through prayer to lift one another up in faithful ways so the body will work as God intends.
Believers are called to share in God’s work by using the gifts they have received to build up other believers and glorify God. We must work together through prayer to lift one another up in faithful ways so the body will work as God intends.
Believers are called to share in God’s work by using the gifts they have received to build up other believers and glorify God. We must work together through prayer to lift one another up in faithful ways so the body will work as God intends.
The supremacy of Christ affirms that Jesus is fully God. He is not simply a man greater than the rest but is truly above all creation, as only God can be. This truth is essential for our salvation. When we understand the supremacy of Christ, we have a more accurate view of Him. We more fully understand the depth of His love; we are more able to receive and to respond to His love.
The supremacy of Christ affirms that Jesus is fully God. He is not simply a man greater than the rest but is truly above all creation, as only God can be. This truth is essential for our salvation. When we understand the supremacy of Christ, we have a more accurate view of Him. We more fully understand the depth of His love; we are more able to receive and to respond to His love.
The supremacy of Christ affirms that Jesus is fully God. He is not simply a man greater than the rest but is truly above all creation, as only God can be. This truth is essential for our salvation. When we understand the supremacy of Christ, we have a more accurate view of Him. We more fully understand the depth of His love; we are more able to receive and to respond to His love.
Though sinners may seem to prosper, they and the whole system of religious, political and commercial ungodliness, that will so powerfully dominate the earth and its people, will also ultimately fail.
Though sinners may seem to prosper, they and the whole system of religious, political and commercial ungodliness, that will so powerfully dominate the earth and its people, will also ultimately fail.
Though sinners may seem to prosper, they and the whole system of religious, political and commercial ungodliness, that will so powerfully dominate the earth and its people, will also ultimately fail.
When we think about our salvation it is important to remember who we were, what God did and why He did it.
When we think about our salvation it is important to remember who we were, what God did and why He did it.
Sufficient truth had already been revealed to Zechariah to encourage him and to enable him to encourage others. However, Zechariah kept inquiring until God reveals that His Spirit will be poured forth through God's two anointed ones so that God's light shine.
Sufficient truth had already been revealed to Zechariah to encourage him and to enable him to encourage others. However, Zechariah kept inquiring until God reveals that His Spirit will be poured forth through God's two anointed ones so that God's light shine.
Sufficient truth had already been revealed to Zechariah to encourage him and to enable him to encourage others. However, Zechariah kept inquiring until God reveals that His Spirit will be poured forth through God's two anointed ones so that God's light shine.
The church's glory will not be acquired by human might and power but only by the Spirit of the Lord.
The church's glory will not be acquired by human might and power but only by the Spirit of the Lord.
The church's glory will not be acquired by human might and power but only by the Spirit of the Lord.
The Anniversary of 9/11 is upon us. It is hard to believe it has been 23 years since that fateful day. Each one of us can still remember where we were when we first heard the news. As we recall the events of that day and remember those who lost their lives, may we never forget the lessons we learned.
The Anniversary of 9/11 is upon us. It is hard to believe it has been 23 years since that fateful day. Each one of us can still remember where we were when we first heard the news. As we recall the events of that day and remember those who lost their lives, may we never forget the lessons we learned.
The Anniversary of 9/11 is upon us. It is hard to believe it has been 23 years since that fateful day. Each one of us can still remember where we were when we first heard the news. As we recall the events of that day and remember those who lost their lives, may we never forget the lessons we learned.
God’s plan for Israel was for her to be light to the nations. God’s plan for His redeemed Spirit filled Church is for her to be the light of the world
The text contains a charge and a promise to the restored nation. The forgiven man must keep God's charge if he is to enjoy the blessings of his right standing.
The text contains a charge and a promise to the restored nation. The forgiven man must keep God's charge if he is to enjoy the blessings of his right standing.
The text contains a charge and a promise to the restored nation. The forgiven man must keep God's charge if he is to enjoy the blessings of his right standing.
Satan takes our sins and prosecutes them before the Lord, making his case that we are neither worthy of salvation nor able to be servants to God. Here the Lord rebukes Satan and gives the representative of the people, and thus the people, full & final acceptance.
The Lord shouts out in prophetic anticipation to prepare those who are to be His people.
The Lord shouts out in prophetic anticipation to prepare those who are to be His people.
The Lord shouts out in prophetic anticipation to prepare those who are to be His people.
While the 2nd vision sets forth the destruction of the powers that were behind those hostile to Israel, the 3rd represents the development of His people & His kingdom till it completely unfolds into its final glory.
While the 2nd vision sets forth the destruction of the powers that were behind those hostile to Israel, the 3rd represents the development of His people & His kingdom till it completely unfolds into its final glory.
While the 2nd vision sets forth the destruction of the powers that were behind those hostile to Israel, the 3rd represents the development of His people & His kingdom till it completely unfolds into its final glory.
Growth happens when we slow down to intentionally notice what happens within and around us.
Growth happens when we slow down to intentionally notice what happens within and around us.
Growth happens when we slow down to intentionally notice what happens within and around us.
We are all in bondage to sin and need to experience the freedom offered only by the Son of God.Transcript
We are all in bondage to sin and need to experience the freedom offered only by the Son of God.Transcript
We are all in bondage to sin and need to experience the freedom offered only by the Son of God.Transcript
The people of God must never put aside their convictions about God's truth, as revealed in and through His Word, to accommodate the philosophies and ideologies of the current culture.
The world paints success in terms of wealth and possessions, but God shows us that the truly successful fathers are the ones who invest themselves in their family’s lives.
A great encouragement to God's people's hopes and faith for it shows how entirely He knows the outcome of all circumstances and how completely all results lie in His hand and His purposes.
We are called not only to know the Lord but to walk with Him and to live a life that reflects and represents God to the world. As image bearers, we have been created to be like God, to be imitators, of our Father in heaven. In Christ, we have been called and adopted into God's family. As God's children, we are called to show our love for God and others in the same way God loves us. To be imitators of God is to be imitators of Christ.
We are called not only to know the Lord but to walk with Him and to live a life that reflects and represents God to the world. As image bearers, we have been created to be like God, to be imitators, of our Father in heaven. In Christ, we have been called and adopted into God's family. As God's children, we are called to show our love for God and others in the same way God loves us. To be imitators of God is to be imitators of Christ.
It is not often easy to read God’s providence, but faith grasps that "God causes all things to work together for good to those whose love God, to those who are called according to His purpose" (Romans 8:28). Though the rulers of the world were not watching out for the people of God, the Angel of the Lord was. That is the truth the vision is designed to emphasize. Here we learn of the Mediator’s intercessory prayer and its answer.
After Zechariah's opening sermon on repentance a new section of prophecy is given in the form of a series of night visions.
The bestowing of the riches of covenant grace are for those who are genuinely willing to turn away from sin to follow God alone. If the clarion call to repentance is not individually and corporately heeded by individual and church-wide repentance, then neither will the blessings which Zechariah proclaims throughout the book be ours.
The bestowing of the riches of covenant grace are for those who are genuinely willing to turn away from sin to follow God alone. If the clarion call to repentance is not individually and corporately heeded by individual and church-wide repentance, then neither will the blessings which Zechariah proclaims throughout the book be ours.
The bestowing of the riches of covenant grace are for those who are genuinely willing to turn away from sin to follow God alone. If the clarion call to repentance is not individually and corporately heeded by individual and church-wide repentance, then neither will the blessings which Zechariah proclaims throughout the book be ours.
We take the Lord's Supper to remember the Lord (vs. 23-25). -Remember that Jesus took the punishment we deserved. -Remember the price Jesus paid. -Remember the power He displayed. 2. To reveal the Lord (vs. 26). 3. To review our lives (vs. 27-28). 4. To renew our lives (vs. 29-32).
We take the Lord's Supper to remember the Lord (vs. 23-25). -Remember that Jesus took the punishment we deserved. -Remember the price Jesus paid. -Remember the power He displayed. 2. To reveal the Lord (vs. 26). 3. To review our lives (vs. 27-28). 4. To renew our lives (vs. 29-32).
We take the Lord's Supper to remember the Lord (vs. 23-25). -Remember that Jesus took the punishment we deserved. -Remember the price Jesus paid. -Remember the power He displayed. 2. To reveal the Lord (vs. 26). 3. To review our lives (vs. 27-28). 4. To renew our lives (vs. 29-32).
Life is full of challenges, and we cannot go it alone. In line with the trinitarian nature of God, He created us to thrive in relationships with one another. Without God-centered connections, we run the risk of feeling lonely and isolated. However, when we invest in intentional relationships, we grow into the people God wants us to be.
Life is full of challenges, and we cannot go it alone. In line with the trinitarian nature of God, He created us to thrive in relationships with one another. Without God-centered connections, we run the risk of feeling lonely and isolated. However, when we invest in intentional relationships, we grow into the people God wants us to be.
Life is full of challenges, and we cannot go it alone. In line with the trinitarian nature of God, He created us to thrive in relationships with one another. Without God-centered connections, we run the risk of feeling lonely and isolated. However, when we invest in intentional relationships, we grow into the people God wants us to be.
The world is full of situations and circumstances that have the tendency to make us anxious and worried. God does not want those things to steal our peace, so He has given us the ability to communicate with Him through prayer. When we lift up the concerns of our lives, we can trust that God is in control. Prayer changes us from anxious people to people of peace.
The world is full of situations and circumstances that have the tendency to make us anxious and worried. God does not want those things to steal our peace, so He has given us the ability to communicate with Him through prayer. When we lift up the concerns of our lives, we can trust that God is in control. Prayer changes us from anxious people to people of peace.
The world is full of situations and circumstances that have the tendency to make us anxious and worried. God does not want those things to steal our peace, so He has given us the ability to communicate with Him through prayer. When we lift up the concerns of our lives, we can trust that God is in control. Prayer changes us from anxious people to people of peace.
Written over a 1500 year span, God used 40 different authors to reveal to us who we truly are and who God wants for us to be. The scriptures are God’s holy word and they teach us, train us, and correct us to be more like Christ.
Written over a 1500 year span, God used 40 different authors to reveal to us who we truly are and who God wants for us to be. The scriptures are God’s holy word and they teach us, train us, and correct us to be more like Christ.
Written over a 1500 year span, God used 40 different authors to reveal to us who we truly are and who God wants for us to be. The scriptures are God’s holy word and they teach us, train us, and correct us to be more like Christ.
Jesus is alive! When we invite Jesus to live in us, His resurrection power changes every part of our lives. The beauty of Easter is that the same power that raised Jesus from the dead is available to us to defeat sin and live lives that honor God.
Jesus is alive! When we invite Jesus to live in us, His resurrection power changes every part of our lives. The beauty of Easter is that the same power that raised Jesus from the dead is available to us to defeat sin and live lives that honor God.
Jesus is alive! When we invite Jesus to live in us, His resurrection power changes every part of our lives. The beauty of Easter is that the same power that raised Jesus from the dead is available to us to defeat sin and live lives that honor God.
Long ago there was a prophecy; ‘Rejoice O people of Zion. Shout in triumph O people of Jerusalem. Your King is coming”! Centuries later, the people shouted; “Hosanna to the Son of David! Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord”. Jesus had arrived triumphantly and soon would triumph again. This time, over sin and death.
Long ago there was a prophecy; ‘Rejoice O people of Zion. Shout in triumph O people of Jerusalem. Your King is coming”! Centuries later, the people shouted; “Hosanna to the Son of David! Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord”. Jesus had arrived triumphantly and soon would triumph again. This time, over sin and death.
Long ago there was a prophecy; ‘Rejoice O people of Zion. Shout in triumph O people of Jerusalem. Your King is coming”! Centuries later, the people shouted; “Hosanna to the Son of David! Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord”. Jesus had arrived triumphantly and soon would triumph again. This time, over sin and death.
The Holy Spirit of God foresaw that this book would be questioned more than other books of Holy Scripture; therefore he confirms the divine authority of it by a holy angel, and the truth of all things in it.
The Holy Spirit of God foresaw that this book would be questioned more than other books of Holy Scripture; therefore he confirms the divine authority of it by a holy angel, and the truth of all things in it.
The Holy Spirit of God foresaw that this book would be questioned more than other books of Holy Scripture; therefore he confirms the divine authority of it by a holy angel, and the truth of all things in it.
We are promised “no more night”: no more blind thrashing about, unable to see where our lives are going; no more mistrust; no more incompleteness.
We are promised “no more night”: no more blind thrashing about, unable to see where our lives are going; no more mistrust; no more incompleteness.
We are promised “no more night”: no more blind thrashing about, unable to see where our lives are going; no more mistrust; no more incompleteness.
He who is the Light of this world, and the Creator of all light, will be the lamp of the city. He is the Lamb of God that takes away the sin of the world, and thus, He becomes the Lamp of God that takes away the darkness forever.
He who is the Light of this world, and the Creator of all light, will be the lamp of the city. He is the Lamb of God that takes away the sin of the world, and thus, He becomes the Lamp of God that takes away the darkness forever.
He who is the Light of this world, and the Creator of all light, will be the lamp of the city. He is the Lamb of God that takes away the sin of the world, and thus, He becomes the Lamp of God that takes away the darkness forever.
We said that the new heavens and the new earth will have a capital city, a specific place where the presence of God will be centered and where the Lord Jesus Christ will live and rule the universe. That place is called the New Jerusalem.
We said that the new heavens and the new earth will have a capital city, a specific place where the presence of God will be centered and where the Lord Jesus Christ will live and rule the universe. That place is called the New Jerusalem.
We said that the new heavens and the new earth will have a capital city, a specific place where the presence of God will be centered and where the Lord Jesus Christ will live and rule the universe. That place is called the New Jerusalem.
Even though this World is corrupted by sin, in the end, God will make all things new. Brand new. Not remodeled, not repainted, not rehashed - but brand new - from nothing left over.
Even though this World is corrupted by sin, in the end, God will make all things new. Brand new. Not remodeled, not repainted, not rehashed - but brand new - from nothing left over.
Even though this World is corrupted by sin, in the end, God will make all things new. Brand new. Not remodeled, not repainted, not rehashed - but brand new - from nothing left over.
This message examines the real story behind Valentine’s Day, and discusses the true nature of the love that’s supposed to be remembered and practiced on this holiday.
Satan has persuaded mankind for centuries that there is no future punishment, no final accounting before God. That lie is now fully exposed.
Satan has persuaded mankind for centuries that there is no future punishment, no final accounting before God. That lie is now fully exposed.
Satan has persuaded mankind for centuries that there is no future punishment, no final accounting before God. That lie is now fully exposed.
Like the church at Philippi aided Paul’s mission, we too must fund the ministry of the gospel through our financial generosity.
Like the church at Philippi aided Paul’s mission, we too must fund the ministry of the gospel through our financial generosity.
Like the church at Philippi aided Paul’s mission, we too must fund the ministry of the gospel through our financial generosity.
Grabbing onto our vision means getting serious about serving those around us. We are to be a group of people who not only evangelize and disciple others, but also offer hands of hope to those who are suffering.
Grabbing onto our vision means getting serious about serving those around us. We are to be a group of people who not only evangelize and disciple others, but also offer hands of hope to those who are suffering.
Grabbing onto our vision means getting serious about serving those around us. We are to be a group of people who not only evangelize and disciple others, but also offer hands of hope to those who are suffering.
The foundation of our "vision" is found within this passage. Just as Jesus commanded, we must strive for evangelism, discipleship and community.
The foundation of our "vision" is found within this passage. Just as Jesus commanded, we must strive for evangelism, discipleship and community.
The foundation of our "vision" is found within this passage. Just as Jesus commanded, we must strive for evangelism, discipleship and community.
The grace of God brings salvation to everyone and gives us the ability to grow in faith and holiness.
The grace of God brings salvation to everyone and gives us the ability to grow in faith and holiness.
The grace of God brings salvation to everyone and gives us the ability to grow in faith and holiness.
God does not change, which means we can participate in His redemptive plan for creation and trust him with our future.
God does not change, which means we can participate in His redemptive plan for creation and trust him with our future.
God does not change, which means we can participate in His redemptive plan for creation and trust him with our future.
This message draws parallels between the anticipation of Jesus' first coming and the anticipation of His second coming. We will explore how the prophecies of His return give us hope and assurance, just as the prophecies of His birth did for the people of old. Furthermore, it will challenge believers to live with an eternal perspective as we wait to behold the King of Kings.
This message draws parallels between the anticipation of Jesus' first coming and the anticipation of His second coming. We will explore how the prophecies of His return give us hope and assurance, just as the prophecies of His birth did for the people of old. Furthermore, it will challenge believers to live with an eternal perspective as we wait to behold the King of Kings.
This message draws parallels between the anticipation of Jesus' first coming and the anticipation of His second coming. We will explore how the prophecies of His return give us hope and assurance, just as the prophecies of His birth did for the people of old. Furthermore, it will challenge believers to live with an eternal perspective as we wait to behold the King of Kings.
This message will focus on the long-awaited outcome of the birth, life, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. We will focus on the peace that is offered in Jesus that is different from the peace the world offers. Peace can help us face the troubles of the world without fear. It is all about the prophetic promise of peace that is fulfilled through the birth of our Savior.
This message will focus on the long-awaited outcome of the birth, life, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. We will focus on the peace that is offered in Jesus that is different from the peace the world offers. Peace can help us face the troubles of the world without fear. It is all about the prophetic promise of peace that is fulfilled through the birth of our Savior.
This message will focus on the long-awaited outcome of the birth, life, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. We will focus on the peace that is offered in Jesus that is different from the peace the world offers. Peace can help us face the troubles of the world without fear. It is all about the prophetic promise of peace that is fulfilled through the birth of our Savior.
Christmas is the fulfillment of hundreds of years of prophecy about the coming of the Messiah who would change the world. God’s people waited for a Savior who would come to rescue and restore a broken creation. They held onto the hope that God would stay true to His promise. With joy, they anticipated Christ’s arrival. As a humble servant, Jesus loved all whom he encountered from the cradle to the cross. Behold, our Savior is born. The world will never be the same.
Christmas is the fulfillment of hundreds of years of prophecy about the coming of the Messiah who would change the world. God’s people waited for a Savior who would come to rescue and restore a broken creation. They held onto the hope that God would stay true to His promise. With joy, they anticipated Christ’s arrival. As a humble servant, Jesus loved all whom he encountered from the cradle to the cross. Behold, our Savior is born. The world will never be the same.
Christmas is the fulfillment of hundreds of years of prophecy about the coming of the Messiah who would change the world. God’s people waited for a Savior who would come to rescue and restore a broken creation. They held onto the hope that God would stay true to His promise. With joy, they anticipated Christ’s arrival. As a humble servant, Jesus loved all whom he encountered from the cradle to the cross. Behold, our Savior is born. The world will never be the same.
Just as we experience excitement and joy as Christmas approaches, we will examine the emotions of Mary, the shepherds, and others involved in the anticipation of Jesus' birth. We will explore how our anticipation parallels the anticipation of the prophecies being fulfilled and how it was a cause for celebration. We still experience the joy of anticipation as we await our Savior's second coming.
Just as we experience excitement and joy as Christmas approaches, we will examine the emotions of Mary, the shepherds, and others involved in the anticipation of Jesus' birth. We will explore how our anticipation parallels the anticipation of the prophecies being fulfilled and how it was a cause for celebration. We still experience the joy of anticipation as we await our Savior's second coming.
Just as we experience excitement and joy as Christmas approaches, we will examine the emotions of Mary, the shepherds, and others involved in the anticipation of Jesus' birth. We will explore how our anticipation parallels the anticipation of the prophecies being fulfilled and how it was a cause for celebration. We still experience the joy of anticipation as we await our Savior's second coming.
This message sets the foundation for the series by exploring the prophecies of Jesus' birth, life, death, and resurrection. We will look at how the anticipation of the coming Messiah had been foretold centuries before, giving hope to the people of God that salvation would come through Him. This fulfilled promise of Jesus’ birth gives us hope today that no matter what we face, Jesus is with us, and has made a way for our forgiveness.
This message sets the foundation for the series by exploring the prophecies of Jesus' birth, life, death, and resurrection. We will look at how the anticipation of the coming Messiah had been foretold centuries before, giving hope to the people of God that salvation would come through Him. This fulfilled promise of Jesus’ birth gives us hope today that no matter what we face, Jesus is with us, and has made a way for our forgiveness.
This message sets the foundation for the series by exploring the prophecies of Jesus' birth, life, death, and resurrection. We will look at how the anticipation of the coming Messiah had been foretold centuries before, giving hope to the people of God that salvation would come through Him. This fulfilled promise of Jesus’ birth gives us hope today that no matter what we face, Jesus is with us, and has made a way for our forgiveness.
As we cultivate thankful hearts for God’s goodness, provision, and presence, generosity will flow naturally from our lives.
As we cultivate thankful hearts for God’s goodness, provision, and presence, generosity will flow naturally from our lives.
As we cultivate thankful hearts for God’s goodness, provision, and presence, generosity will flow naturally from our lives.
Even when we experience trials, we can give thanks for God’s presence, his understanding, and his comfort.
Even when we experience trials, we can give thanks for God’s presence, his understanding, and his comfort.
Even when we experience trials, we can give thanks for God’s presence, his understanding, and his comfort.
We can develop a lifestyle of thankfulness by intentionally building a spiritual practice of gratitude and learning to express spontaneous appreciation throughout each day.
We can develop a lifestyle of thankfulness by intentionally building a spiritual practice of gratitude and learning to express spontaneous appreciation throughout each day.
We can develop a lifestyle of thankfulness by intentionally building a spiritual practice of gratitude and learning to express spontaneous appreciation throughout each day.
The two beasts were cast alive into the lake of fire before the golden age began, but the devil was not. He was chained in the abyss for God is not yet through with him. He has one more evil mission to fulfill.
The two beasts were cast alive into the lake of fire before the golden age began, but the devil was not. He was chained in the abyss for God is not yet through with him. He has one more evil mission to fulfill.
The two beasts were cast alive into the lake of fire before the golden age began, but the devil was not. He was chained in the abyss for God is not yet through with him. He has one more evil mission to fulfill.
The day of Jehovah has finally come. The Bible refers to this event as “that day,” and also as “the great day.” God is setting the stage and preparing for the Millennium, the glorious reign of peace on earth.
The day of Jehovah has finally come. The Bible refers to this event as “that day,” and also as “the great day.” God is setting the stage and preparing for the Millennium, the glorious reign of peace on earth.
The day of Jehovah has finally come. The Bible refers to this event as “that day,” and also as “the great day.” God is setting the stage and preparing for the Millennium, the glorious reign of peace on earth.
Jesus came the first time as a meek and lowly Lamb to pay our sin debt, but when He returns the next time He will come as the Lion of the tribe of Judah.
Jesus came the first time as a meek and lowly Lamb to pay our sin debt, but when He returns the next time He will come as the Lion of the tribe of Judah.
Jesus came the first time as a meek and lowly Lamb to pay our sin debt, but when He returns the next time He will come as the Lion of the tribe of Judah.
The marriage of the Lamb will be one of the most magnificent events in all of human history. It will be the consummation of all the hopes and desires of the Father for His Son. The bride is none other than the New Testament church.
The marriage of the Lamb will be one of the most magnificent events in all of human history. It will be the consummation of all the hopes and desires of the Father for His Son. The bride is none other than the New Testament church.
The marriage of the Lamb will be one of the most magnificent events in all of human history. It will be the consummation of all the hopes and desires of the Father for His Son. The bride is none other than the New Testament church.
Praising God in this day is preparation for our eternal occupation of praising the Living God. Our praise will no longer be a labor, but a source of eternal joy.
Praising God in this day is preparation for our eternal occupation of praising the Living God. Our praise will no longer be a labor, but a source of eternal joy.
Praising God in this day is preparation for our eternal occupation of praising the Living God. Our praise will no longer be a labor, but a source of eternal joy.
The prophet Jeremiah took a “millstone” and bound it to his book. After he had read it, he castit into the Euphrates River river as a sign and token of the destruction of old Babylon (Jeremiah 51:63). Likewise, the "millstone" thrown into the sea by the mighty angel (v. 21) expresses the sheer violence, force and power that will destroy Babylon leaving no possibility of ever recovering.
The prophet Jeremiah took a “millstone” and bound it to his book. After he had read it, he castit into the Euphrates River river as a sign and token of the destruction of old Babylon (Jeremiah 51:63). Likewise, the "millstone" thrown into the sea by the mighty angel (v. 21) expresses the sheer violence, force and power that will destroy Babylon leaving no possibility of ever recovering.
The prophet Jeremiah took a “millstone” and bound it to his book. After he had read it, he castit into the Euphrates River river as a sign and token of the destruction of old Babylon (Jeremiah 51:63). Likewise, the "millstone" thrown into the sea by the mighty angel (v. 21) expresses the sheer violence, force and power that will destroy Babylon leaving no possibility of ever recovering.
Chapter 18 is a description of Babylon's judgment. Her fall is proclaimed and mourned. Verses 9-20 contain the weeping and bitter expressions of grief her downfall causes to her devotees, admirers, friends and followers.
Chapter 18 is a description of Babylon's judgment. Her fall is proclaimed and mourned. Verses 9-20 contain the weeping and bitter expressions of grief her downfall causes to her devotees, admirers, friends and followers.
Chapter 18 is a description of Babylon's judgment. Her fall is proclaimed and mourned. Verses 9-20 contain the weeping and bitter expressions of grief her downfall causes to her devotees, admirers, friends and followers.
God’s work continues in our lives through sanctification, in which we become more like him.
God’s work continues in our lives through sanctification, in which we become more like him.
God’s work continues in our lives through sanctification, in which we become more like him.
We need to follow the Lord in baptism as an outward demonstration of our inward transformation.
In order to receive God’s grace, we must humble ourselves and admit we cannot heal or save ourselves.
In order to receive God’s grace, we must humble ourselves and admit we cannot heal or save ourselves.
In order to receive God’s grace, we must humble ourselves and admit we cannot heal or save ourselves.
Chapter 18 is a description of Babylon's judgment. Her fall is proclaimed and mourned. In verses 1-8 contain the announcement of her fall.
Chapter 18 is a description of Babylon's judgment. Her fall is proclaimed and mourned. In verses 1-8 contain the announcement of her fall.
Chapter 18 is a description of Babylon's judgment. Her fall is proclaimed and mourned. In verses 1-8 contain the announcement of her fall.
The angel explains the meaning of the beast and the prostitute. The Antichrist empowered by Satan, controls human society, using his power to fight against the authority of God.
Babylon’s description as “the great harlot” refers to the spiritual prostitution and fornication that categorizes the apostate church of the Tribulation which is unfaithful and rejects the Lord Jesus Christ.
Here we have another solemn picture of the final judgment of God. The whole world is caught up in it. The great city collapses, every city is destroyed, Babylon the Great receives its final judgment.
Revelation 16 describes the end of the age and the last battle being fought at Armageddon between the forces of good and evil; for they are spirits of demons, performing signs, which go out to the kings of the entire world, to gather them together for the battle on the "great day of God Almighty."
In rapid succession the bowls of wrath are poured out upon the earth reminding us of the seriousness of sin and the need to repent.
While freedom can mean different things politically and culturally, true freedom ultimately comes through Christ. Jesus brings freedom from the bondage of sin, legalism, and the need to put our desires above others.
While freedom can mean different things politically and culturally, true freedom ultimately comes through Christ. Jesus brings freedom from the bondage of sin, legalism, and the need to put our desires above others.
While freedom can mean different things politically and culturally, true freedom ultimately comes through Christ. Jesus brings freedom from the bondage of sin, legalism, and the need to put our desires above others.
Biblical disciples die to themselves every day, carrying their cross for Christ. No matter what we face, in life and in death, God is with us.
Being any kind of leader can be a terrifying feeling. Each Christian, however, no matter their status in life, is called to be a spiritual leader in the lives of the next generation
God’s Word to the Graduate is intended to be an encouragement to graduating seniors who are embarking upon college, career, military service or marriage.
God’s Word to the Graduate is intended to be an encouragement to graduating seniors who are embarking upon college, career, military service or marriage.
God’s Word to the Graduate is intended to be an encouragement to graduating seniors who are embarking upon college, career, military service or marriage.
A person’s legacy is not determined by who the person is, but rather, a person’s legacy is determined by what is done for Christ here on this earth; thus, anyone can leave a lasting legacy.
We have already seen the seven seals and the seven trumpets. Now the upcoming seven bowls of wrath are the worst of all. Chapter 15, besides being the shortest chapter in Revelation, is the preface to the final series of judgments which come on the earth during the Great Tribulation. These judgments are the most intense and devastating of any that have preceded them.
We have already seen the seven seals and the seven trumpets. Now the upcoming seven bowls of wrath are the worst of all. Chapter 15, besides being the shortest chapter in Revelation, is the preface to the final series of judgments which come on the earth during the Great Tribulation. These judgments are the most intense and devastating of any that have preceded them.
We have already seen the seven seals and the seven trumpets. Now the upcoming seven bowls of wrath are the worst of all. Chapter 15, besides being the shortest chapter in Revelation, is the preface to the final series of judgments which come on the earth during the Great Tribulation. These judgments are the most intense and devastating of any that have preceded them.
A faith in Jesus that does not result in action is worthless. The Bible seems to suggest that true faith is demonstrated by our deeds. A powerful example of faith in the scriptures is that of the Centurion in Luke 7. This man asks for Jesus to come to His house because he believes Jesus is the only hope of healing for his servant. The centurion’s faith was not something that he only held in his heart; it was something he was willing to act upon. Jesus actually comments on how amazed he is by the man’s faith.
A faith in Jesus that does not result in action is worthless. The Bible seems to suggest that true faith is demonstrated by our deeds. A powerful example of faith in the scriptures is that of the Centurion in Luke 7. This man asks for Jesus to come to His house because he believes Jesus is the only hope of healing for his servant. The centurion’s faith was not something that he only held in his heart; it was something he was willing to act upon. Jesus actually comments on how amazed he is by the man’s faith.
A faith in Jesus that does not result in action is worthless. The Bible seems to suggest that true faith is demonstrated by our deeds. A powerful example of faith in the scriptures is that of the Centurion in Luke 7. This man asks for Jesus to come to His house because he believes Jesus is the only hope of healing for his servant. The centurion’s faith was not something that he only held in his heart; it was something he was willing to act upon. Jesus actually comments on how amazed he is by the man’s faith.
The early church shared a deep sense of fellowship around their belief in the risen Christ. They supported each other’s faith based on their shared love for Jesus and their commitment to living out His teachings. They shared with anyone who had a need and spent time reading the scripture and eating together. This spirit of community was what allowed their numbers to grow each day and for the Gospel to spread far and wide. Today, believers can enjoy the community that comes from faith. Being a part of God’s family helps experience all that God has for us.
The early church shared a deep sense of fellowship around their belief in the risen Christ. They supported each other’s faith based on their shared love for Jesus and their commitment to living out His teachings. They shared with anyone who had a need and spent time reading the scripture and eating together. This spirit of community was what allowed their numbers to grow each day and for the Gospel to spread far and wide. Today, believers can enjoy the community that comes from faith. Being a part of God’s family helps experience all that God has for us.
The early church shared a deep sense of fellowship around their belief in the risen Christ. They supported each other’s faith based on their shared love for Jesus and their commitment to living out His teachings. They shared with anyone who had a need and spent time reading the scripture and eating together. This spirit of community was what allowed their numbers to grow each day and for the Gospel to spread far and wide. Today, believers can enjoy the community that comes from faith. Being a part of God’s family helps experience all that God has for us.
One of the greatest obstacles to us growing in our faith is the inability to fully receive the forgiveness of God. Our past mistakes, shortcomings and failures too often hold us back from all that God has for us. God invites us to live with a future focus. Rather than dwelling on the past, we live with eager anticipation for what lies ahead.
One of the greatest obstacles to us growing in our faith is the inability to fully receive the forgiveness of God. Our past mistakes, shortcomings and failures too often hold us back from all that God has for us. God invites us to live with a future focus. Rather than dwelling on the past, we live with eager anticipation for what lies ahead.
One of the greatest obstacles to us growing in our faith is the inability to fully receive the forgiveness of God. Our past mistakes, shortcomings and failures too often hold us back from all that God has for us. God invites us to live with a future focus. Rather than dwelling on the past, we live with eager anticipation for what lies ahead.
The resurrection of Jesus Christ changes everything! The residual effects of Easter echo on to this very day, as men and women place their faith, hope and trust in the risen Savior. The journey of faith begins with confession, but is sustained by commitment. When we are found in Christ, the old ways of living are gone and we are made new.
Jesus’s entrance into Jerusalem may not have ushered in the kingdom the people of Israel anticipated; however, the events of this day set in motion God’s promised plan of redemption for people of every nation, in every time.
Jesus’s entrance into Jerusalem may not have ushered in the kingdom the people of Israel anticipated; however, the events of this day set in motion God’s promised plan of redemption for people of every nation, in every time.
Jesus’s entrance into Jerusalem may not have ushered in the kingdom the people of Israel anticipated; however, the events of this day set in motion God’s promised plan of redemption for people of every nation, in every time.
The last conflict in this world is described in the Bible as one who troddens in a winepress.
This passage provides a clear contrast between the citizens of Mount Zion and the citizens of Babylon in their citizenship requirements, lifestyle and final destiny.
This passage provides a clear contrast between the citizens of Mount Zion and the citizens of Babylon in their citizenship requirements, lifestyle and final destiny.
This passage provides a clear contrast between the citizens of Mount Zion and the citizens of Babylon in their citizenship requirements, lifestyle and final destiny.
John saw the 144,000 singing a new song before the throne, the four living creatures and the elders. It was a song no one else could learn, known only to them.
If the second beast has the horns of a lamb, and he speaks like a dragon, the very voice of Satan is heard when he speaks. The mode of Satan’s language is the lie; he is the father of lies (John 8:44).
They worshiped the beast, saying that there is no other like it and no one can stand against it, and they worshiped the dragon (i.e., Satan), from whom the beast gets its authority.
What he could not accomplish at the birth of Christ, the extermination of the Savior, he now seeks to compensate for the persecution of Israel and the remnant of her descendants.
All the characters in Hebrews lived their lives focused on the future Messiah (Hebrews 11:13). They kept their eyes fixed on the distance, and this motivated their faith in their present moment. As you move onward in your journey, firmly set your gaze on Jesus.
All the characters in Hebrews lived their lives focused on the future Messiah (Hebrews 11:13). They kept their eyes fixed on the distance, and this motivated their faith in their present moment. As you move onward in your journey, firmly set your gaze on Jesus.
All the characters in Hebrews lived their lives focused on the future Messiah (Hebrews 11:13). They kept their eyes fixed on the distance, and this motivated their faith in their present moment. As you move onward in your journey, firmly set your gaze on Jesus.
Thinking about moving forward in our journey with Jesus, Jesus’s command comes with a very comforting promise: we will not do these things alone (28:20). Jesus promises to be with his followers always. There is never a time or place that Jesus is not present with those who hope in him.
Because of the dangers associated with the heat and rugged environment, the National Park Service recommends that hikers check in with people when hiking in the Grand Canyon. The dangers and trials of the canyon do not dissuade people from going, any more than trials and tribulations should discourage followers of Jesus who are journeying with Him through life.
Because of the dangers associated with the heat and rugged environment, the National Park Service recommends that hikers check in with people when hiking in the Grand Canyon. The dangers and trials of the canyon do not dissuade people from going, any more than trials and tribulations should discourage followers of Jesus who are journeying with Him through life.
There may be times when it seems like the faith isn’t working (people not receiving the message or not providing). The journey has faltered. That’s when it’s important to trust God and push onward.
Some of the first things many of us do after we make reservations for a vacation is to create a packing list and a to-do list. The lists help us focus on what needs to be done before we arrive so that we can have a successful trip. Jesus asks that we follow Him with the same level of intentionality.
As we prepare to take the Lord's Supper this morning, we us to take a moment to examine ourselves.
The Savior has come; give your life to the only one who can fulfill the deepest longings of your heart.
The Savior has come; give your life to the only one who can fulfill the deepest longings of your heart.
The Savior has come; give your life to the only one who can fulfill the deepest longings of your heart.
Jesus became a man to satisfy the prophets of the Old Testament, to show us the Father, to save us from our sins, to sympathize with our weaknesses and to secure our hope for heaven.
Jesus became a man to satisfy the prophets of the Old Testament, to show us the Father, to save us from our sins, to sympathize with our weaknesses and to secure our hope for heaven.
God can even take our sin and foolish mistakes and turn them to the purposes of His will.
God can even take our sin and foolish mistakes and turn them to the purposes of His will.
God can even take our sin and foolish mistakes and turn them to the purposes of His will.
As the source of God’s revelation, the Scriptures are the ultimate authority for theology and church practice.
As the source of God’s revelation, the Scriptures are the ultimate authority for theology and church practice.
As the source of God’s revelation, the Scriptures are the ultimate authority for theology and church practice.
Even in a time of great wickedness and absolute rebellion, God always has His witnesses.
The sweetness is found in the predictions concerning the Lord's return; the bitterness is found in the judgement that is pronounced on the earth.
The sweetness is found in the predictions concerning the Lord's return; the bitterness is found in the judgement that is pronounced on the earth.
The sweetness is found in the predictions concerning the Lord's return; the bitterness is found in the judgement that is pronounced on the earth.
We can have hope in the midst of chaos because God knows us, protects us and equips us.
Each of the horsemen represents a different facet of the apocalypse: conquest, war, famine, and death.
Each of the horsemen represents a different facet of the apocalypse: conquest, war, famine, and death.
Each of the horsemen represents a different facet of the apocalypse: conquest, war, famine, and death.
God has the right of the Creator and Sovereign to be recognize and honored by His creation.
God has the right of the Creator and Sovereign to be recognize and honored by His creation.
God has the right of the Creator and Sovereign to be recognize and honored by His creation.
Jesus' entrance into Jerusalem is a vivid depiction of how many have seen Him down through the centuries.
Jesus' entrance into Jerusalem is a vivid depiction of how many have seen Him down through the centuries.
Jesus' entrance into Jerusalem is a vivid depiction of how many have seen Him down through the centuries.
We can trust in God’s grace to grow us in righteousness, with firm confidence in our salvation.
We can trust in God’s grace to grow us in righteousness, with firm confidence in our salvation.
We can trust in God’s grace to grow us in righteousness, with firm confidence in our salvation.
Hope is not just meant to be something that only impacts our future, but it should impact our present as well.
Hope is not just meant to be something that only impacts our future, but it should impact our present as well.
Hope is not just meant to be something that only impacts our future, but it should impact our present as well.
Your faith is not in your money, but in the Master Jesus Christ. Your faith is not in yourself, but in God alone.
Your faith is not in your money, but in the Master Jesus Christ. Your faith is not in yourself, but in God alone.
Your faith is not in your money, but in the Master Jesus Christ. Your faith is not in yourself, but in God alone.
Sola Scriptura - Scripture alone. The Holy Bible was written by men divinely inspired and is God's revelation of Himself to man. It is a perfect treasure of divine instruction. It has God for its author, salvation for its end, and truth, without any mixture of error, for its matter. Therefore, all Scripture is totally true and trustworthy.
Sola Scriptura - Scripture alone. The Holy Bible was written by men divinely inspired and is God's revelation of Himself to man. It is a perfect treasure of divine instruction. It has God for its author, salvation for its end, and truth, without any mixture of error, for its matter. Therefore, all Scripture is totally true and trustworthy.
Sola Scriptura - Scripture alone. The Holy Bible was written by men divinely inspired and is God's revelation of Himself to man. It is a perfect treasure of divine instruction. It has God for its author, salvation for its end, and truth, without any mixture of error, for its matter. Therefore, all Scripture is totally true and trustworthy.
The problem is not doubt itself, but rather, how we handle our doubt. Mishandled skepticism often results in a lack of hope.
The problem is not doubt itself, but rather, how we handle our doubt. Mishandled skepticism often results in a lack of hope.
The problem is not doubt itself, but rather, how we handle our doubt. Mishandled skepticism often results in a lack of hope.
Besides the thrill and excitement roller coasters provide, they have no real value because you end up in the same place where you began. If you are not careful, your life will become a roller coaster.
Besides the thrill and excitement roller coasters provide, they have no real value because you end up in the same place where you began. If you are not careful, your life will become a roller coaster.
Besides the thrill and excitement roller coasters provide, they have no real value because you end up in the same place where you began. If you are not careful, your life will become a roller coaster.
One of the most common and unfortunate stories of the Church, the workplace, and the home is fighting amongst each other.
One of the most common and unfortunate stories of the Church, the workplace, and the home is fighting amongst each other.
One of the most common and unfortunate stories of the Church, the workplace, and the home is fighting amongst each other.
Believers can allow their identity in Christ to guide them through their dual citizenship—first as citizens of heaven and second as Americans.
Believers can allow their identity in Christ to guide them through their dual citizenship—first as citizens of heaven and second as Americans.
Believers can allow their identity in Christ to guide them through their dual citizenship—first as citizens of heaven and second as Americans.
The key to praying more is to cultivate intimacy with God by bowing to the supremacy of Christ.
The key to praying more is to cultivate intimacy with God by bowing to the supremacy of Christ.
The key to praying more is to cultivate intimacy with God by bowing to the supremacy of Christ.
The Lord’s Supper is a memorial to help us remember the significance and relevance of Christ’s death to our lives.
The Lord’s Supper is a memorial to help us remember the significance and relevance of Christ’s death to our lives.
The Lord’s Supper is a memorial to help us remember the significance and relevance of Christ’s death to our lives.
God has given us the joyful task of actively remembering what he has done for and through us.
God has given us the joyful task of actively remembering what he has done for and through us.
God has given us the joyful task of actively remembering what he has done for and through us.
The love of Christ reaches across cultural, political, and racial divisions and calls us to do the same.
The love of Christ reaches across cultural, political, and racial divisions and calls us to do the same.
The love of Christ reaches across cultural, political, and racial divisions and calls us to do the same.
Newton’s First Law of Motion states: Everything continues in a state of rest unless it is compelled to change by forces impressed upon it. Do the forces of sin around you compel you to change?
Newton’s First Law of Motion states: Everything continues in a state of rest unless it is compelled to change by forces impressed upon it. Do the forces of sin around you compel you to change?
How do you feel when you see the sin in the world around you? Do you feel the same way about the sin that’s in your midst? What about the sin that’s in your heart?
How do you feel when you see the sin in the world around you? Do you feel the same way about the sin that’s in your midst? What about the sin that’s in your heart?
Ezra was facing a problem and he came up with the right solution that ended in success.
Ezra was facing a problem and he came up with the right solution that ended in success.
The presence of the temple stood as a testimony and a powerful witness for God. What stands as a powerful witness to our age?
The presence of the temple stood as a testimony and a powerful witness for God. What stands as a powerful witness to our age?
The presence of the temple stood as a testimony and a powerful witness for God. What stands as a powerful witness to our age?
When you see God’s providential hand of control it takes away your worries and fears and it gives you joy. peace, and assurance.
When you see God’s providential hand of control it takes away your worries and fears and it gives you joy. peace, and assurance.
When you see God’s providential hand of control it takes away your worries and fears and it gives you joy. peace, and assurance.
The remnant heard God’s will clearly revealed in His Word and they didn’t ignore it or put it aside.
The remnant heard God’s will clearly revealed in His Word and they didn’t ignore it or put it aside.
The remnant heard God’s will clearly revealed in His Word and they didn’t ignore it or put it aside.
As individuals, we will face opposition every day and as a church, we will face opposition as well.
As individuals, we will face opposition every day and as a church, we will face opposition as well.
As individuals, we will face opposition every day and as a church, we will face opposition as well.
The original intended audience was young men: "this is what kind of wife you should get.”
The original intended audience was young men: "this is what kind of wife you should get.”
The original intended audience was young men: "this is what kind of wife you should get.”
The question is not whether we are going to encounter opposition, rather the question is, how are we going to handle it when it comes.
The question is not whether we are going to encounter opposition, rather the question is, how are we going to handle it when it comes.
The question is not whether we are going to encounter opposition, rather the question is, how are we going to handle it when it comes.
For the beauty of building is not the important thing, rather it is the beauty of a heart that worships God.
For the beauty of building is not the important thing, rather it is the beauty of a heart that worships God.
For the beauty of building is not the important thing, rather it is the beauty of a heart that worships God.
Many people today think that all that is involved in being a Christian is simply walking an aisle or praying a prayer. That might be how God called you to salvation, but that’s not the end of it. Responsibilities come with being a Christian.
Many people today think that all that is involved in being a Christian is simply walking an aisle or praying a prayer. That might be how God called you to salvation, but that’s not the end of it. Responsibilities come with being a Christian.
The Lord caused Cyrus, king of Persia, to act in a way that fulfilled specific prophecies.
The Lord caused Cyrus, king of Persia, to act in a way that fulfilled specific prophecies.
Our short time here on earth is more about preparing for eternity than what we accomplish here on earth.
Our short time here on earth is more about preparing for eternity than what we accomplish here on earth.
Reflecting upon God’s goodness and faithfulness leads to thanksgiving, which in turns leads to giving.
Reflecting upon God’s goodness and faithfulness leads to thanksgiving, which in turns leads to giving.
God’s love and forgiveness are so extravagant that He welcomes back with rejoicing and honor any of His children.
God’s love and forgiveness are so extravagant that He welcomes back with rejoicing and honor any of His children.
Changing the world does not require superheroes or superpowers, it does require consistent choices to follow Christ daily.
Changing the world does not require superheroes or superpowers, it does require consistent choices to follow Christ daily.
If we want to see growth in our body of believers, we have to choose to be obedient despite the thoughts and feelings that may come.
If we want to see growth in our body of believers, we have to choose to be obedient despite the thoughts and feelings that may come.
What if the word that automatically came to mind with church was love. What would it take to build an inseparable link between church and love?
What if the word that automatically came to mind with church was love. What would it take to build an inseparable link between church and love?
The biblical fact that people cannot earn salvation strikes at the very heart of human pride, denying people the opportunity of exalting themselves.
The biblical fact that people cannot earn salvation strikes at the very heart of human pride, denying people the opportunity of exalting themselves.
The key to living an uncompromising life lies in one’s ability to exercise discernment.
The key to living an uncompromising life lies in one’s ability to exercise discernment.
Just as salvation is by the grace of God through faith in Jesus Christ, we are only capable of advancing the gospel by the grace of God.
Just as salvation is by the grace of God through faith in Jesus Christ, we are only capable of advancing the gospel by the grace of God.
Dealing With Conflict From Within: 1. Conflict is inevitable 2. Conflict should sadden (even anger) us 3. We must get a handle on ourselves before we can handle conflict
Dealing With Conflict From Within: 1. Conflict is inevitable 2. Conflict should sadden (even anger) us 3. We must get a handle on ourselves before we can handle conflict
Principles of Rebuilding: 1. The principle of preparation 2. The principle of motivation 3. The principle of delegation
Principles of Rebuilding: 1. The principle of preparation 2. The principle of motivation 3. The principle of delegation
Before you can reset and rebuild: 1. You must make an honest assessment 2. You must have the heart for the task 3. You must go to your knees in prayer
Before you can reset and rebuild: 1. You must make an honest assessment 2. You must have the heart for the task 3. You must go to your knees in prayer
A nation who does seek God will always have distance and dissidence among its constituency and its governance.
As easy as it is to put our desires above everyone else’s, we must love others in the same way we love ourselves.
Today, instead of looking for a gift,give one; the gift of encouragement to your children.
A mother’s love cannot be compared to any other. However, the same is true of a mother’s pain