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Over 100 times in the Bible, the Lord says things like “Remember” or “Forget not.” If you’ve forgotten who God is or the wonderful things He does, listen in.
The wicked prosper while the righteous suffer. Your faith is shaken. What do you do? Learn from worship leader Asaph who was led by God through the very same struggle
We all need forgiveness and victory in our lives. And there’s only One who can bring us both. Listen in to learn Who.
Are you weighed down by guilt? Wondering what to do with it? Listen in for good news and hope.
You are fully known by God. If that disturbs you, listen in to learn how His knowledge of you can become a source of great comfort.
The world presents many ways to God (or wholeness, peace etc…) But there are really only two ways in the world. And the places they lead are as different as night and day.
We’ve all been there. But what do we do? This Psalm offers a fantastic road map.
God’s glory is displayed in many ways. But none more clearly than Jesus.
Can someone please show me the way? Yes! Listen in to learn about the Lord who leads us.
You’ve probably heard the accusation. But is it true? The answer requires more than a short comment or reel. Join us as we explore this sensitive topic.
These verses may seem like a stale list of names. But each one was a friend and ministry partner of Paul. He didn’t go it alone. You don’t have to either!
Is sharing the gospel only the preacher’s work? Or is it for all of us? And where do I begin? Listen in for some guidance from above that will help you spread the good news of Jesus.
If we only look down at the thorns and thistles that come with work, we quickly grow disillusioned. Listen in as God helps us look up and regain the meaning in the work He gives.
Family is the building block of society. But what should parents aim for when they raise their children? And what’s a kid’s role in the process? Listen in.
A lot of marriages don’t work out. Is it the designer’s fault or user error? Join us as we explore God’s design for a thriving marriage.
Every human you meet is created in God’s image and for His glory. But that image is marred by sin. In Christ we can live for His glory again. Listen in to learn how.
Positionally believers are a new creation. But practically there are ugly attitudes & behaviors we must put off. Join us as we explore what they are and how to shed them.
Chapter 3 begins, “If then you have been raised with Christ…” And the rest of the chapter tells believers what living out Christ’s life looks like. It all begins with a change in focus.
Many teachings lead us away from Christ to lesser things. Join us as we help you spot them and run to Jesus.
Believers talk about being united with Christ. But what does this mean and how does it affect my life? Listen in to regain the wonder of being “In Christ.”.
How you answer this question will affect the way you minister. Listen in to find the answer!
It’s been said that some of the most dangerous teachings about Christ don’t deny Him. They dethrone and diminish HIm.Have you bought any of these lies? Listen in and bow in worship to the Mighty Christ of the Bible.
Babies are little. They drink only milk and wear diapers.That’s normal. But if none of that has changed 10 years later, there’s a concern. Christians are called to grow as well. What’s the secret? He’s no secret at all. Listen in!
What kind of finish is this? What happened to Paul? Was he released? Executed? What if the account in Acts was not ultimately about Paul? Listen in…
You set your course. Then life throws you a detour. Do you believe God is in control? Or give in to despair? Check out how God worked through a detour in Paul’s life.
How can a believer have peace when the storms of this life threaten? What about when they sink our ship? Listen in.
Have you lost the wonder of what happens when someone believes in Jesus? Listen in to rekindle that awe and gratitude once more. And ask yourself honestly: Have I put my faith in Jesus?
Ever feel like you’re lost in life? Like maybe God forgot about you? This message is for you.
Truth is truth. But the way people respond to it is different as night and day. Join us as we explore some common responses and ask yourself: which response to truth best characterizes me?
If the believer focuses only on the difficulty they’re in right now, despair comes easy. Join us as we encourage you to become a whole story Christian.
If a mob tried to kill you would you share the good news of Jesus with them? That’s what Paul did!
Have you ever tried to do the right thing for someone and they turned on you? Paul could relate.
If you step into a boxing ring you better expect to get punched. Christians ought to expect opposition. Have you embraced this reality? Or are you still living in la la land?
Our battle is not against flesh and blood. The Lord did not leave believers unprepared. Join us as we explore the armor He’s provided.
There’s a little town in Arizona called Hope. After you drive through there’s a sign that says “You’re now beyond hope!”Many feel that way about their lives. If you feel that way and need something to hold onto – listen in to hear the hope of Christmas for you.
Jesus: fully God, and fully man. Join us as we explore the wonder and significance of this truth which led wise men from afar to bow in worship before a toddler.
Our world is full of angst and longing. Join us as we explore how Jesus brings the fulfillment and peace we need.
What should elders in a church guard the flock from? How should they do this? Join us as we explore.
Paul remained faithful despite a violent riot against him. How can believers today hang in there when life gets tough? Listen in!
Bad news: Satan seeks to bind people in many ways. Our own flesh often cooperates. Good news: Sweet freedom is availabie in Christ!
What causes stunted growth in a walk with Jesus and how can we get back to growing again?
In a life full of trials, how can a believer not just survive but thrive? Listen in!
Jesus should go deeper than our conversation. Does He in your life? Join us as we explore.
God alone is mighty to save! But we are invited to pass & receive the good news of Jesus. Join us as we explore both sides of this crucial connection.
This side of heaven the believer lives on a battlefield. Sometimes even ministry for the Lord is not all peaches and cream. Today we’ll explore a disagreement between Paul & Barnabas, a sacrifice by Timothy, and Paul’s return visit to strengthen the new disciples. Listen in to prepare for 3 ministry realities so you’re not…
After their first missionary journey, Paul & Barnabas shared that God had opened a door of faith to the Gentiles. But some Jews from Jerusalem said they had to be circumcised to be really saved. Is God’s grace enough to save lost sinners or not? What’s the difference between mercy & grace? What sets Christianity…
Before the Holy Spirit came upon the early disciples they were in an upper room devoting themselves to prayer. The same Holy Spirit indwells every believer today. But we still believe prayer is a crucial way to prepare for what God wants to do in our lives! Join us as we confidently go before God’s…
On September 10, Charlie Kirk was assassinated. The darkness hit its target but John 1:5 assures us it cannot overcome the Light of Jesus Christ. Listen to learn more of what the Bible says about overcoming.
What should you do when people idolize you? When they demonize you? When they believe and are saved? Gain wisdom to handle the mixed reviews by observing the ministry of Paul and Barnabas in Lystra and beyond.
If you think Paul always got positive responses when he shared, you have not read Acts! From belief & salvation to unbelief & rejection the pendulum swung wildly. He and Barnabas persevered because they lived to please the Lord, not the crowds. As you listen, we pray their example encourages you to persevere today.
Did you know Paul customized his messages? He never changed God’s truth. But the way he shared it with Jews was not the same way he shared it with Gentile pagans. Listen in to learn how we can build bridges between the gospel and the groups we share with today.
Which better describes the things you do for God? Paul’s first missionary journey did not come out of a vacuum. Rather it came from a man and a church that was abiding in Christ. Listen to learn how to abide in Christ and bear His fruit today.
Who would you rather be? Peter in prison awaiting execution or King Herod giving a speech and being exalted by the crowd as a god? Hold your answer until you’ve heard this message from Acts 12.
Unity is given to the church by God. But maintaining it is up to us. Listen to see how two very different groups of believers in Antioch and Jerusalem modeled 4 tools that keep unity from falling into disrepair.
Unity is a buzzword. But what sets Biblical unity apart? It is based on God’s Word, God’s leading, and God’s work. And in the end, Biblical unity always brings glory to God. See how this played out when Peter explained Cornelius to the church in Jerusalem.
Cornelius had many things going for him. But he was missing what mattered most. Listen in to see how faithful, available, and teachable Peter brought Cornelius the message of the only One who could meet his deepest needs.
The cultural wall between the Jews and Gentiles seemed insurmountable. Listen in to hear how God worked in Cornelius and in Peter to prepare for a gospel breakthrough.
We live in a world that groans in pain. Listen to hear how the Lord used Peter to bring hope in the face of paralysis and death. Then ponder the reality that the Lord wants us to spread His hope today.
Saul’s conversion, early ministry, and pursuit of Christ provide insight on the past salvation, present walk, and future hope of the believer.
Saul, convinced he was serving God, was on his way to Damascus to ravage Christ followers. Little did he know he was about to become one! A voice from heaven changed everything with the shocking statement, “I am Jesus, whom you are persecuting.”
(Apologies for some audio issues at the start but they clear up shortly into the sermon) We have a missionary God who cares not only for crowds but for individuals. Listen to see how God’s preparation, Philip’s cooperation, and the Spirit’s leading play into an Ethiopian’s salvation. And think of the exciting truth that God’s…
R Kent Hughes wrote, “Following the church through Acts is like following a wounded deer through a forest. Drops of blood mark the trail.” Stephen’s martyrdom marked the beginning of intense persecution. But as believers fled, something wonderful happened: They spread the good news to some shocking places. Listen in to hear how salvation came…
Stephen continues talking about the controversial ramifications of Jesus being the risen Messiah. At the end he drives it home with a pointed accusation aimed at the Sanhedrin. The results teach us deep lessons about the source and results of faithfulness in the life of the believer.
Stephen knew Jesus is the risen Messiah. He also knew this had radical impact on the way Jews should worship God, view their ancestors, and engage their temple and law. Talking about it got him dragged in front of the Sanhedrin. Listen in to hear how his history lesson from their own Scriptures paved the…
Salvation is a free gift but discipleship is a costly road filled with trials. That’s why encouragement is so important as we follow Christ. Listen in to see how encouragement & discipleship went hand in hand in the early church – and how we can be encouraging disciplers today.
How did the early church handle it when one group of widows was being overlooked? And what can we learn about solving our own problems in the church today? Listen in to find out.
The attack from the Sanhedrin intensified but the early church kept on spreading the word about Jesus. They even rejoiced at being counted worthy to suffer for His name! Listen to see what drove them to be faithful and for some hope when the battle heats up in your own life.
Jesus railed at the Pharisees for their hypocrisy (mask wearing/pretending to be more spiritual than they really were). Here we see Satan inspiring a couple in the early church to follow in the Pharisees’ footsteps. What was God’s response and what can we learn from it?
Unusual title for an Easter sermon. But Paul addressed the same question. After we unpack the bleak fallout that would result if Christ was still buried, we’ll come around to the celebration: He is alive! What wonderful hope that brings! You’ll also hear the testimony of two lives recently redeemed by the Risen Christ.
You might be surprised at the early church’s reaction when Peter and John told them how they were dragged before the Sanhedrin and told not to speak of Jesus any longer. Listen in to see what the early church’s reaction was. Is yours the same when trials hit?
If those in authority or popular opinion dictate that Christians remain silent about Jesus, what should we do? Today Peter and John show the way as they are examined by the highest court in the land.
Peter didn’t hesitate to call out the guilt of those who crucified Jesus. But he quickly shows that the same crucifixion which reminds sinners of our guilt is also God’s provision for our salvation.
Are we thankful people? The early church was (Acts 2: 46-47). In this service we visit a Psalm of thankfulness and explore how to be thankful today. You’ll also enjoy some testimonies.
Peter and John were going to pray but they encountered a lame man begging for alms. Led by the Spirit they stopped. What happened next sparked a chain reaction they could not have imagined. Listen in to see how to be ready for divine appointments today!
A faithful husband cares about his bride’s health. That’s why Jesus cares deeply about the health of the church. Listen in to hear 6 marks of the early church- marks that are still good indicators of health today.
Listen to what happened on the Day of Pentecost when a Holy Spirit filled messenger delivered a Holy Spirit led message and saw a Holy Spirit prompted response!
Jesus promised to send the Holy Spirit. He delivered on the morning of Pentecost. Listen in to see how this event should lead us to wonder, worship, and witness.