Jared Clark

From the series: Standalone Messages

Explores the theme of spiritual diligence in Christian life. It emphasizes the importance of active engagement in faith, avoiding extremes of mere ritual adherence and passive belief. It draws on 2 Peter 1, focusing on the need for moral excellence, knowledge, self-control, perseverance, godliness, brotherly kindness, and love. It underscores the balance between faith in God's grace and personal responsibility in cultivating a fruitful, balanced spiritual life.

From the series: Standalone Messages

Focuses on the importance of Christian missions. It emphasizes the need for churches to extend their influence beyond their local communities, reaching out globally. It highlights the biblical basis for missions, discussing the necessity of sharing the gospel and spreading God's word to all nations. It also reflects on the power of the Holy Spirit in aiding this mission and the church's role in living out the Great Commission.

From the series: Standalone Messages

Explores the themes of unity within the church and the importance of hope as a central aspect of Christian faith. Emphasizes the necessity of supporting one another in faith, especially acknowledging the different strengths and weaknesses within the church community. It underscores the significance of unity in glorifying God and the role of scriptures in providing encouragement and hope.

From the series: Standalone Messages

Explores the book of Haggai, emphasizing themes of prioritizing God and spiritual commitment. It discusses how the Israelites, returning from exile, were encouraged to rebuild the temple, symbolizing their renewed dedication to God. Reflects on how this Old Testament narrative relates to modern Christian life, urging believers to consider their spiritual priorities and commit to serving God faithfully. Ties in the concept of Jesus as the ultimate fulfillment of the temple, representing God's presence among His people.

From the series: Standalone Messages

Focuses on handling fear and anxiety through a Christian perspective. It explores biblical teachings on trust and reliance on God, particularly in challenging times. Uses Luke 12 to illustrate Jesus' teachings on not being anxious and trusting in God's provision and sovereignty. It encourages believers to shift their focus from worldly worries to faith in God and His kingdom, emphasizing the role of faith in overcoming anxiety and fear.

From the series: Jesus Is Greater

Focuses on the transformation in believers' lives through Christ. It emphasizes the importance of understanding and embracing a new identity found in Christ, which leads to a life that reflects His teachings and values. Encourages a shift from old patterns to new, Christ-centered ways of living, highlighting the significant change in one's thoughts, actions, and interactions with others as a result of this new identity in Jesus.

From the series: Family

We're examining the importance of family unity in Psalm 128, which describes a blessed family that fears the Lord. Also explores the concept of "fearing the Lord" within the context of family life.

From the series: Standalone Messages

Highlights the Biblical significance of Bethlehem, focusing on its role in God’s redemption plan, as illustrated through the story of Ruth and Boaz, leading up to Jesus’ birth in Bethlehem. It emphasizes the importance of faithfulness, redemption, and God’s sovereignty, encouraging believers to keep Christ at the center of their lives, especially during the Christmas season.

From the series: Once Upon a Marriage

Discusses family roles and obedience within a Christian context, focusing on Ephesians 5 and 6. It covers the importance of husbands loving their wives, wives submitting to their husbands, children obeying parents, and parents not provoking children to anger.

From the series: Once Upon a Marriage

Explores the role of husbands in marriage, as outlined in Ephesians 5. It emphasizes the importance of loving one's wife as Christ loves the church, focusing on selfless sacrifice and leadership in nurturing and honoring the wife. Also delves into practical ways husbands can express this love through daily actions, emphasizing the significance of prioritizing their wives' spiritual well-being and growth.

From the series: Outlasters

Emphasizes the importance of enduring faith, drawing from Paul's letter to Timothy in 2 Timothy 1. It discusses how Timothy's faith, influenced by his grandmother Lois and mother Eunice, should inspire believers today to overcome discouragement and trials.

From the series: Blessed

Explores Abraham's journey of faith, highlighting the growth and challenges of his trust in God through various trials, including his move from Egypt to Canaan. It emphasizes repentance, worship, and a life devoted to God as essential for nurturing a deep faith.

From the series: Joy in the Broken

Explores the theme of overcoming anxiety through faith, based on Philippians 4. It discusses trusting God instead of worrying, using prayer and thanksgiving to find peace, and how Paul's teachings offer practical ways to replace fear and anxiety with peace from God.

From the series: Joy in the Broken

Emphasizes unity within the church, asserting that unity is achieved through humility, according to Philippians 2. It discusses the importance of avoiding grumbling and arguing to present a united, strong front, reflecting God’s unity and shining as lights in the world.

From the series: From This Day Forward

Emphasizes the biblical understanding of purity in marriage, discussing how true intimacy and oneness should be pursued within the sanctity of marriage according to God's design, highlighting the detrimental effects of seeking fulfillment outside this divine bond.

From the series: From This Day Forward

Emphasizes the biblical perspective on conflict in marriage, exploring the spiritual roots of arguments and the importance of godly communication. It highlights the need for Christians to address heart issues and speak life-giving words, grounded in the truths of the Bible.

From the series: Loving the Old Testament

Focuses on King Josiah and his reign as a godly king who sought to restore true worship in Judah by repairing the temple and rediscovering God's law, which led to significant religious reforms.

From the series: Live Free

Explains the new identity believers have in Christ, emphasizing freedom from the law and becoming children of God. It highlights the transition from being slaves under the law to being adopted as sons through faith in Jesus. This adoption changes our status, allowing us to call God "Abba, Father," and live in the liberty and inheritance of God's promises. Paul warns against reverting to old ways and encourages embracing this new identity, living in the grace and freedom provided by Christ's sacrifice.

From the series: FAQs

Emphasizes the importance of drawing near to God with a sincere heart, holding firmly to hope without wavering, and encouraging one another. It highlights Jesus as the high priest who provides direct access to God, contrasting the old covenant's temporary sacrifices with Jesus' eternal redemption. Underscores the importance of faith in Christ's unwavering promises and the need for community support in maintaining spiritual steadfastness.

Is the Bible enough to train and shape a follower of Christ? A devotion on 2 Timothy 3:16-17 and the sufficiency of God's word.

Is trusting Jesus as Savior enough if we misunderstand who he is? Why his eternal deity is not a side issue but the very heart of salvation.