2 791
Posted in Building the Church Christian Living Faith

Matthew 25:31-46 – The Image of the Good Shepherd

  Core Message: During the Olivet Discourse, Jesus warns the disciples that they will be persecuted during the seven-year tribulation….

2 593
Posted in Calling Disciples God's Plan Service

Matthew 10: 8-23 – The Apostles’ First Mission

  Core Message: The Apostles’ First Mission In Matthew 10:8-23 Jesus begins by sending the disciples out to preach His message….

2 439
Posted in Faith God's Plan

Unpacking Romans 11:29-32 Love, Wrath, & Everything Between!

Core Message: In Romans 11:1-2, 29-32, Paul makes a case for the future salvation of Israel. He uses an interesting…

2 1173
Posted in God's Plan Hope Parables The Kingdom of Heaven

Matthew 22: 15-22 The Parable of the Marriage Feast & Taxes

  Core Message: The parable of the marriage feast is a very good example of how Jesus takes stories already…

2 1695
Posted in Courage God's Plan Trusting God

Romans 8: 1-11 Life Through the Spirit

Core Message: Romans 8:1-11 is a powerful passage that sets up Paul’s argument about how the gospel frees us from…

2 764
Posted in Courage Fulfilling Scripture Hope

Passion Predictions in Matthew 16:21-28

Core Message: Earlier in this passage, Jesus asked Peter a question that we all need to consider when it comes…

2 575
Posted in Courage Faith

Philippians1: 21-30 Living a Life Worthy of the Gospel

  Core Message: While Paul is imprisoned, he writes this letter to the church in Philippi. He wants to thank…

2 970
Posted in Christian Living Parables

Parables in Matthew 13:24-43 The Weeds & Mustard Seeds

  Core Message: A parable is a short story designed to convey a larger truth. They are often obscure because…

2 678
Posted in God's Plan Obedience Thanksgiving The Kingdom of Heaven

Matthew 22:1-14 – The Wedding Feast Symbolizes the Kingdom

  Core Message: Matthew 22: 1-14 is a passage in the Bible that provides the most detailed description of the…

2 592
Posted in Faith Hope Peace

Romans 9:1-5 Peace and Hope

  Core Message: When a person is going through a difficult time, they can feel overwhelmed, discouraged, and down on…

2 558
Posted in Christian Living Spiritual Maturity Worldly Pursuits

Romans 6: 8-23 Battling Sin in Our Lives

Core Message: Romans 6:12-23 is one of the most important passages in the New Testament. It deals with the issue…

1 556
Posted in Faith Hope

1 Thessalonians 1:1-10 Making a Difference

  Core Message: The book of 1 Thessalonians begins with Paul’s missionary journey to the city of Thessalonica. The verses…

2 416
Posted in Faith

What is the Nature of Belief in John 3: 1-17

  Core Message: John 3:13-17 is a passage of the Bible which tells us that it is only through believing…

2 462
Posted in Building the Church Courage In-Fighting

1 Thessalonians 2:1-8 The Dangers of the False Gospel

Core Message: The second letter to the Thessalonians from Paul in 1 Thessalonians 2:1-8 addresses the problem of apostasy and…

2 589
Posted in Forgiveness Judging Others Spiritual Maturity

Romans 14:1-12 The Weak and the Strong

Core Message: The first chapter of Romans 14 deals with the issue of justice. It says that God will give…

2 976
Posted in Forgiveness Hope Sin

The Word of the Lord – Matthew 18:15-20

Core Message: It is important to remember the words of the Lord when it comes to dealing with those who…

2 1412
Posted in Hope

Romans 8:26-39 – The True Meaning of Hope

The words of Paul in Romans 8:26-39 reveal the true meaning of hope. It is the assurance that our sins…

2 382
Posted in Hope In-Fighting Love

Romans 12:3-21 – Love Without Hypocrisy

The love of Christ is a genuine and discerning one. This is a love that is also affectionate. It is…