A church in North Idaho dedicated to proclaiming God's truth and practicing His love. Check out our sermons from Pastor Stephen Angliss!
Dr. McMath, an Old Testament scholar and lifelong Moody professor, teaches seldom-taught truths from a seldom-taught book.
In the most personal part of his letter, Paul gives a model for how to love people who disappoint us. | Galatians 4:12-20
Paul says in Galatians 4:7 that Christians are God's heirs. But what does that mean? What do Christians actually inherit? And how should it impact their life here on Earth? Find out. | Galatians 4:7
Some call the Holy Spirit the "forgotten God" but Paul associates the Spirit with the faithful life twice in Galatians 3 (vs. 5, 14) and associates the Spirit as a byproduct of God's adoption in Galatians 4:6. We take a look at the role of the Holy Spirit in God's adoption of believers. | Galatians 4:6
Cross References ____________________________________ Genesis 41:38; Daniel 4:8; Jeremiah 31:33; Romans 8:9; Romans 8:13-14; Jude 19; Exodus 31:3; 35:31; Neh. 9:20; John 16:8; John 16:13; Romans 8:26; 1 Cor. 2:11-12; Ezekiel 36:26-28; Romans 8:15-17; John 14:16-17; 1 Cor. 6:19; Rom. 8:23; 2 Cor. 1:22; Eph. 1:13-14; Eph. 4:30.
Last week we looked at the reasons for Galatians 4:4. Today we looked at the implications of Galatians 4:4. | Galatians 4:4
This passage tackles the central truth of the Bible. Paul describes the entire Bible in one verse. | Galatians 4:1-7
Most Christians fall into one of two traps: legalism, or apathy. What does a truly faithful life look like? Paul explains in Galatians 3:27
For weeks we've looked at the "constellation" of Paul's teaching on the law--one start at a time. Today we finish that constellation by seeing how the law functions as our chaperone... to bring us to Christ.
Paul interrupts his teaching on the Law to remind the Galatians that God is one. Find out how the Law reflects the oneness of God. Galatians 3:20
Even though the law can't save us, and we were slaves to the law in our sin, the Law was given for a good purpose. Find out that purpose. Gal. 3:19
What is the role of the law in the Christian life? What is the basis of God's salvation? Find out. Gal. 3:15-18
What makes someone a true Christian? Baptism? A sinners prayer? Spiritual fruit? Or something in between. Paul defines the mark of a valid believer. Gal. 3:4-7
It seems all Christians stand on the edge of two extremes: legalism, or hypocrisy. What is the role of sin in the Christian life and should Christians be comfortable with it? Gal. 2:17-18
How can someone be right before God? What does it mean to be justified? Paul explains. Gal. 2:15-16
Do you have to be a republican before being a Christian? Do you have to be straight? Or sober? What are the markers of true Christianity? Find out. Galatians 2:1-10
What did Paul do after he got saved? His actions speak louder than words, and they provide a model for how we should exercise our faith. Galatians 1:16-24
What are you a slave to? Yes, you're a slave to something! Find out why true faith in God looks like choosing to please God in every facet of life. Gal. 1:10
God can only be known through His Word. So why do we turn to so many other things to know God? Check out this survey of how even "angels" tried to bring a different Gospel other than the Bible's to connect people with God. Galatians 1:8-9
Are you actually following what you claim your faith is in? Or are you living according to something other than what you first trusted in when you received God's grace. Gal. 1:6-7
Everyone wants peace, not everyone wants grace. You can’t have one from God without the other. Find out what real biblical grace is all about, and how to receive it.
Why did God write the Bible in letters? Who were the Galatians and why did Paul write to them? Find out. Gal. 1:2; Acts 13-14
What makes Christianity authentic? Answer: Christ as the authority. Find out how Paul authenticates his message to the Galatians by resting on the authority of Jesus. Gal. 1:1
What does it mean to be an apostle? And how does Galatians fit into God's plan to fix a broken world? Find out. Gal. 1:1
Genesis began in a Garden and ended in a coffin. It started with a man and finished with a mummy. Joseph gives instructions for his burial that anticipates God's promises. We should do the same. Gen. 50:22-26
How do we handle broken relationships? How do we deal with people who've wronged us? Joseph shows us the way. Genesis 49:28-50:15-20
We always have a tendency to make it about ourselves, don't we? Even in our walk with God, we think of it in terms of "our" walk. But believers need to be reminded that beginning to end, this is God's show. Genesis 48:1-22
Genealogies are boring... or so we think. Find out why the genealogy of the family of Israel holds massive implications for salvation, spiritual growth, and understanding the Bible. (Genesis 46:8-27)
When Joseph revealed himself to his brothers, they thought he was going to kill him. Instead, he provided for them. Find out why. Genesis 45:1-15
How do we respond to sin? By responding in kind or by humbling ourselves? Judah and Joseph show us by example. Genesis 43:16-45:1
God saves through substitution. He provided a substitute to Adam, then, Abraham, and now to Israel... all part of His plan to provide the great Substitute for us. Gen. 42:36-43:15
There are always consequences of sin--even if years in advance--even for people who were never involved. Find out why. Gen. 42:1-28
How God's people respond to blessings is as important as how they respond to suffering. See how Joseph remained faithful to God even in the midst of good things happening to him. Gen. 37-57
Truth and life both come from God. It's no coincidence that the two trees of the Garden were the Tree of Life and the Tree of Knowledge. Find how God used Joseph to remind pagans that truth and life comes from Him only. Genesis 41:1-45
Joseph did the right thing... and ended up in jail. Why does God let the righteous suffer and the evil prosper? Hint: it has to with His plan being bigger than yours. Gen. 39:1-20
It's easy for Christians to focus on everyone else's problems but their own. In the story of Joseph, God includes this story of Judah as a reminder of just how broken His people really are. Gen. 38:11-30
A low view of sex always involves a low view of people--and vice versa. Find out why. Gen. 38:1-10
We like to talk about love--but not hate. Most are unwilling to admit that they feel hate in their heart towards people, choosing instead to label it "righteous anger" or "frustration" or "annoyance." Learn why hate is a serious sin that always hinders God's plan. Gen. 37:12-36
Sometimes Christians want to avoid the "big" sins (adultery, crime, etc.) but lose focus on the "small" sins that can fester in the heart over long periods of time (arrogance, bitterness, manipulation). See how small ignored sins result in big problems. Gen. 37:1-11
There are certain parts of the Bible that seem less important than others. You know, the passages you skip that are full of long lists and confusing rules. Genesis 36 can seem that way. But, when understood in context of God's greater plan, no verse in Scripture is unimportant. It's all God-breathed. Gen. 35:22-36:42
It's sometimes easy to forget that Christianity is a religion about a King--not just a shepherd, not just a teacher, but a Ruler who will reign. Are you ready? Gen. 35:9-29
When Jacob left the Promised Land, it was by fear and not faith. Now that he's returning to the Promised Land, it's a different story. Are you a Christian that's living like you're leaving or going to God's Kingdom? Genesis 35:1-8
Anger or apathy... how do you respond to a sinful world? Christians tend to fall to one of two extremes. Find out why God wants us to reject apathy and anger towards sin and instead pursue love for the lost. Genesis 34:1-30
Salvation doesn't just bring redemption, it also brings reconciliation. Find out why Christianity means more than just forgiveness, but leads to restored relationships. Gen. 33:1-20
Many of us know how it feels to fight against God, but what about when God fights for us? Gen. 32:24-32
Do you have a past focused faith or a future focused faith? Christians should have both. Find out why. Gen. 31-32:23
What's the first step in having TRUE biblical faith? Recognizing God's grace in your life. For us, that means the Cross. Genesis 31:1-17.
God blessed Jacob immensely. But why? What did Jacob do to earn God's blessing? Learn about the relationship between faith, grace, and blessings. Gen. 30:25-43
Who is the most important character in the Bible that you've never heard of? Today you're going to find out, and you're going to know exactly what it means to have faith in God. Genesis 14:1-24
"It's amazing how selfish people act when they become fearful. Lot had heard the same promise for a good land that Abram had, but he did not believe that the promises of God were better than the provisions of the world." Genesis 13:1-18
Everybody can relate to family dysfunction. Last Sunday we started a series in Genesis that looks at how God restored the world through a set messed up relatives. Gen. 12:1-9
There are two things you never want to talk about in church... speaking in tongues, and women in teaching roles. But those are exactly the two topics Paul addresses to the Corinthians. Why? Because both issues deal with the source of authority in churches. 1 Cor. 14:26-39
Have you ever known someone who was a bad gift giver? You know, the kind who give gifts that are more for them than for others? Did you know Christians do the same thing with their own spiritual gifts? Instead of using our talents for others, it's tempting to use church, worship, and ministry for ourselves. Is that you?
Let's admit it... church just isn't working the way we're used to. Ya livestream helps, but new research shows that even that is limited. But that's okay, because God called His Body to do more than just function. He called His Body to LIVE. 1 Corinthians 12:12-31
Spiritual gifts definitely have a way of dividing us... which is weird, since that's the exact opposite of the purpose of spiritual gifts. Click below and prepare to be surprised. 1 Cor. 12:1-11
Most of us have "taken" Communion. But Paul shows that it's more than something you take, it's something you apply to everything you do. 1 Corinthians 11:17-34.
Our world is currently consumed with the fight for equality. "BLM," #metoo, and other movements are pushing the world to avoid prejudice through distinctions of color, race, and ethnicity. But should distinctions in gender be erased like other physical distinctions? Find out why distinction in gender in thought and practice is not only biblical, but is a way to worship God. 1 Corinthians 11:2-16
It can be hard to know how to respond to difficult questions about entertainment, politics, and other life choices. Unfortunately, the Bible doesn't always have a perfect verse for every question on obedience.
But instead of becoming dominated with the debate of how Christians should live in gray areas, we must always default to the greatest commandment "Love God." Find out how. 1 Cor. 10:23-11:1
As we celebrate Independence Day, we look back on a time when America was even more divided than it is now, and listen to the words of Lincoln, "A house divided against itself cannot stand." Societies are divided because individuals are divided. Do you worship two masters? Is your heart "half slave" and "half free?"
Stephen came in this morning to preach in full backpacking gear. Find out why. 1 Corinthians 10:1-13.
You've heard it said, "The harder you work, the greater the reward." But for most of us, it's really the opposite "the greater the reward, the harder you'll work for it." What are you working hardest for in life? And how does God fit in? 1 Cor 9:24-27
The world is overwhelmed with differences right now, so what does it mean when Paul says that Christians should "be all things to all people?" Should Christians really conform to the world? Pastor Stephen talks about how Christians can stand for truth while loving those who disagree with them. 1 Corinthians 9:19-23.
There are three big "S's" that affects everyone at some point... sex, singleness, and separation. In a world trying to convince us how to feel about each one, the Apostle Paul makes it very clear in 1 Corinthians 7:1-16
The empty grave on Sunday morning is described as a joyous occasion, but for Mary, Peter, and John, it was a morning of hurt, confusion, and panic. But that's okay. Discover why your hurt does not disqualify you from a relationship with God.
We all use euphemisms. It makes life easier and helps us avoid uncomfortable situations. But there's one euphemism Christians use that they don't even realize. Moses' account of a cosmic showdown between good and evil shows why we need to trust God enough to believe that He causes all things, and not just "allows" them.
How do you react when God gives you challenges in life? Check out the true story of a man who thought there was an obstacle in his path, but found out it was God instead. Numbers: 22:1-35
"Sometimes we criticize churches for having older people. I never liked to think that way--that's a gift, that's a privilege. Let's take advantage of that by doing what Paul did, by finding people to invest in." 1 Cor. 4:14-21
Lots of people use the term "Christian," but what does the job description of a believer really look like? Paul tells us. 1 Cor. 4:1-13
Are you acting like a spiritual baby? Probably! I Corinthians 3:1-9
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"What Christianity has to say is so powerful, beautiful, inspiring, and life-changing that how it's said is rendered obsolete. The message is greater than the method." 1 Cor. 2:6-16
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Ever try putting diesal in an unleaded tank? DON'T. When power comes from the wrong source, bad things happen. But when it comes to their heart, most people are looking to the wrong source for power, strength, and encouragement. Find out where the true power of the Gospel comes from. (Hint: it's not good music and preaching). 1 Corinthians 2:1-5
Next week is the Super Bowl, which means COMMERCIALS. What kind of commercial would the Gospel have? Probably not what you think. Today we found out why the Gospel isn't something God's trying to sell you, it's something He's trying to do through you. I Cor. 1:18-31
Division is a part of life. It exists in marriages, families, and even churches. It's easy to think that simple disagreements are the cause of division in the church. But Paul points to something more. Find out what. I Corinthians 1:10-17
Join us as we start our study of Paul's letter to the Christians in Corinth. Those first few verses at the beginning you skim past? Yeah, we dig into that part and find out why it really matters.
What's the deal with angels? We see them a lot around Christmas. You may even have one on your Christmas tree. But did you know that God did something for us He didn't do for angels? Find out what. Luke 2:8-15
As an elderly priest and childless husband, Zechariah knew all about hoping for things that never seemed to come. Just like faith, hope has a way of determining our actions. Check out Zechariah's song and why we can celebrate a God who keeps His promises. Luke 1:67-80
Did you know that the Christmas story is actually a Christmas MUSICAL? Inspired by Alistair Begg's book "Christmas Playlist" Check out the first sermon in our Christmas series on the four worship songs found in Luke 1-2. Luke 1:46-55
What if you got a private Bible lesson from Jesus Himself? Sadly, it probably wouldn't make a difference! Don't believe us? Click to learn about two guys who had Jesus explain the entire Bible to them... but still didn't get it. Luke 24:13-32
There is an unspoken epidemic of Christians afraid to tell other Christians that, more often than not, they do not feel God's love, God's presence, or God's forgiveness. A faithful blind man shows us why believing without feeling is okay. Luke 18:35-42
What does it mean to be thankful? In a world where thankfulness is little more than a lesson taught to children or a throwaway phrase used by adults in conversation. This morning we find out why thankfulness leads to love. Luke 17:11-19
Do you need to change your perspective on Jesus? It's tempting to want to live a life FOR God, but God wants us to live a life WITH Him. Do you spend time with Jesus? Luke 10:38-42
If you're trying to be a better Christian by simply trying harder, you're doing it wrong. Find out why turning to Jesus is the only way to replace our sin with righteousness. Luke 8:43-48
What consumes you? Hate? Anger? Greed? Discontentment? It's a terrible thing to be consumed by sin. Check out the story of a man consumed by demons and how Jesus could deal with that, too. Luke 8:27-39
Why did Jesus come to Earth? Was it to help people? Heal them? Show them how to love? Or something more? Find out "the point" of Christianity and why it matters. Luke 5:17-26
NEW SERIES! All of us will ultimately be defined by one thing, what kind of role we let Jesus play in our life. We're looking at lives changed by Jesus in the book of Luke. Start out by learning out about a fisherman who thought he was in control, until Jesus came along. Luke 5:1-11
We live in a world of "self-help." Who wouldn't want their problems to go away "in five easy steps"? Find out what happens when we turn to everything and everyone to solve our problems but God. 1 Samuel 28:1-25
It's one thing to obey, it's another thing to obey when every desire and instinct within you says to do the opposite. Check out David's testing in the wilderness and why he proved worthy to be God's king. 1 Samuel 23-24
Do you tend to see the people around you as a pain? Annoying? Unimportant? David didn't, and that's why he became God's king. 1 Samuel 21-22
How should Christians react to enemies in their life? They should start by trusting that it's part of God's larger plan. 1 Samuel 19:1-24
When we serve ourselves other than God, we are doomed to become slaves to our emotions. Find out why. 1 Samuel 18:1-30.
King Saul loses God's favor because he made oaths, offered sacrifices, and appointed priests. What's wrong with that? Find out why God isn't looking for religious people, but faithful people. 1 Samuel 15:1-35
What's the point of rules? The way Christians approach rules can either bring them closer to God, or further away from God. Saul shows us why. I Samuel 14:16-52
A self-centered life is a fear-centered life. A God-centered life is a courage-centered life. Find out why in a story about Jonathan, his friend, against an army. 1 Samuel 14:1-15
What does it mean to be "after God's own heart?" What's the difference between wanting the favor of God, and wanting God Himself? Last Sunday we found out. 1 Samuel 13:1-23
After a life of service, you have the chance to speak before your peers. What do you say? This Memorial Day Weekend we remember what God has done and learn why it's important to look back to move forward in the Lord. 1 Samuel 12:1-25
Why is God's timing so different from ours? Why does He work quickly in some situations and slowly in others? Look with us. 1 Samuel 9:1-24
It's easy to take things for granted. How often do we forget all that God offers us? Look with us at how the Israelites did the same thing. 1 Samuel 8:1-22
Is it good enough to fear God and not follow Him? Is it acceptable to honor God but not know Him? We deal with that question today on Palm Sunday. 1 Samuel 6:1-7:2
Sometimes things go good... and sometimes they go bad. We look a bad chapter of Israel's history that only gets worse, and why God lets bad things happen to His people. 1 Samuel 4:1-22
Many people wish they had a life of purpose. Others wish they would be called by God. But today our church looked at a situation where God used someone in big ways by calling him in small areas. 1 Samuel 3:1-21
People love to manipulate things--especially Christianity. This Sunday we looked at two families: one who used God's commands to have fellowship with him, and another who used His commands for their own gain. 1 Samuel 2:12-36
Imagine feeling so elated, you break out in song? We look at why Hannah could celebrate in victory in God even in a difficult time. 1 Samuel 2:1-11
How much do you really love God? In this sermon, Pastor Stephen looks to Samuel to tell the story of a woman who showed that more joy could be found in God than anything else. 1 Samuel 1:1-28
It's one thing to be loved, it's another thing to be liked. Having friends and being appreciated is not only important, it's part of what God intends for His relationship with us. John 15:12-16
Everyone's on the search for true love. What is it? How can we get it? This week we look at agape love and see what it really means and what it really looks like in the Christian life. 1 John 3:16-18
Romantic love may seem better than anything... but it's not everything. How should Christians handle the physical desires and romantic urges that run so rampant in our sinful world? Song of Solomon 8:6-7
What is love? The world gives hundreds of definitions. The Bible gives four. Learn what kind of love Paul called the Romans and how it impacts churches and society today. Romans 12:9-13.
Many people base their value on what they can do. God bases our value on what He can do. Check out why God calls his people to be different, yet united. 1 Cor. 12:12-26
How should husbands and wives treat each other? How does it impact local churches? Find out. Eph. 5:22-27
Everyone likes to talk about what "their" church is. The woods, the lake, the bar... let's look at what the Bible says the church is.
Many people like to work, but not their boss. Jesus tells a story that deals with that issue.
Dishonest... or wise? An odd story about a shift middle-man and what it teaches Christians about how they see their future.
Things or people? What matters more? Jesus talks about a wasteful son and a loving Father.