Dead or Alive?
God showed us mercy while we were dead in our trespasses and sins, by making us alive, by raising us up, and by seating us together with Christ; so that, we might walk in those good works God has prepared for us.
Ephesians 2:1-10
The Spirit and the Church
The Spirit is working to join us to the Church to be the place where God dwells.
Ephesians 2:19-22
The Spirit and the World
The Spirit has been sent to convict the world of sin, righteousness, and judgment, so that it may be drawn to Christ.
John 16:5-11
The Spirit and Jesus
The Spirit has been sent by Jesus to testify to Christ, and to enable us to point others to Jesus as well.
John 15:26-27
The Spirit, the Word, and the Means of Grace
God wants to fill His people with His Spirit and this is primarily done as we consistently participate in faith with the means of grace He has ordained for His people.
Acts 2:42
The Person of the Holy Spirit
The Holy Spirit is the third Person of the Trinity. He indwells us personally, and this gives us the unique ability to know and experience His presence on a continual basis. Therefore, it is important that we come to know this Person, who is God.
Romans 8:12-27
The Holy Spirit: The Empowering Presence of God
The Holy Spirit is the Empowering Presence of God Himself, sent to grant wisdom, power, gifts, and character from the Holy Trinity to the people of God.
2 Corinthians 13:14
The Kingdom of God
How often do we argue the finer points of Scripture with individuals who may never see the Kingdom of God. We need to learn to major in the majors and minor in the minors.
John 3:1-21
The Character of Christ
It is imperative that we have a fully developed image of Christ, and that image should have a deep impact on every area of our lives.
Revelation 19:6-16
What It Means to be a Disciple
A disciple is one who recognizes their sin, receives the forgiveness offered in Christ, and lives a life of worship and service in the context of a local community of believers.
Acts 2:36-47
Created to be a Dreamer
We all take actions, pursue relationships, and feel emotions, based on rational beliefs that we have defined within our lives. What is it that informs those definitions? It is the mindsets or dreams that we base our lives upon. How do we respond when those dreams or mindsets appear to be shattered?
John 20:1-10
The Supremacy of the Gospel Through Suffering
In a world wrecked by turmoil and suffering, our Heavenly Father has revealed the Gospel to comfort and carry us to the place of worship.
2 Corinthians 1:3-7
Who’s Your Master
You cannot continue to sin, because of your unity with Christ, which has brought you a new life no longer under the power of sin.
Romans 6:1-14
Living as a Community of Joy
As we walk in community with a focus on our eternal inheritance, we can experience joy, no matter what our circumstances are at present.
Philippians 1:4-6
The Centrality of Christ and His Gospel
The central issue of true life is Christ and His Gospel, which gives us life and should be central in our thought and existence.
Philippians 1:21, 27
A Life of Joyful Contentment
Christ enables us to live a life of joyful contentment, regardless of the circumstances of our present existence.
Philippians 4:10-23
A Godward Life
Rather than facing our circumstances with anxiety, we should draw near to God and live for Him, knowing the God of peace is with us.
Philippians 4:4-9
The Call to Live in Community
Paul urges believers to walk in community so that they can stand for the Gospel in the face of opposition.
Philippians 4:1-3
Youseff Ouramane – International Christian Concern
Youseff Ouramane shares about God’s work in Algeria.
Acts 8:1-8
Our Present Struggle and Our Future Glory
The Christian life is characterized by the pursuit of Christ, the struggle against sin, and the hope of our glorious future in heaven with Christ.
Philippians 3:12-21
Our Confidence in Christ: Holding on to the Gospel
The continental divide of life is where we place our confidence – ourselves and our own righteousness, or Christ and His righteousness.
Philippians 3:1-11
The Power of the Glorious Gospel
We should not be ashamed of the Gospel, for it is God’s power to save those who believe.
Romans 1:16-17
Easter – Rejoice for He is Risen
We should praise God for he has given us a new life, an inheritance, protection from the trials of life, and guaranteed our salvation, and this is all based on the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
1 Peter 1:3-12
Timothy and Epaphroditus – Christ-like Examples for Us
Timothy and Epaphroditus were Christ-like examples, serving others even at great personal sacrifice and risk.
Philippians 2:19-30
God’s Heart for Children on the Brink
As those who have been cared for and adopted by God, believers are called to display God’s love to children living on the edges of society and the brink of disaster.
James 1:26-27