The Bible

From the series: Summer in the Psalms

Psalm 119 emphasizes the gift of knowing and following God through His Word. It reminds us that faith is not about discovering new truths but deepening our walk with Jesus by treasuring His teachings. The psalmist expresses a wholehearted pursuit of God, recognizing that Scripture shapes our identity and guides our path. Prioritizing and aligning our lives with God's Word fosters true spiritual growth and fulfillment.

From the series: Summer in the Psalms: Vol 2

In Psalm 19, we see King David rejoicing in the power of God’s Word and its transforming power. The beauty of creation points us to God, but we truly discover who God is through His Word.

From the series: Standalone Messages

Though the Word of God we have in the Bible, we can see that words can carry tremendous power. Our words can be used to uplift or tear down those around us.

From the series: Light the Dark

Focuses on emulating Jesus' approach to prayer, particularly as demonstrated in John 17. It discusses the intimate nature of Jesus' prayers and the importance of aligning one's prayer life with God's heart and Word. Encourages believers to develop a close relationship with God to enhance their prayer life, following Jesus' example of praying with sincerity, faith, and a focus on glorifying God rather than seeking personal glory.

From the series: Standalone Messages

The world spins trying to define, change, and redefine truth, but how do we determine what the truth really is?

From the series: All In

How do we respond to the chaos of life? During these unprecedented times, it can seem like every day is more difficult that the last, but God wants to work through our circumstances to draw us closer to Him.

From the series: Kingdom Come

We'll discover how "Out of Egypt" and "baptized in the Jordan River" and "forty days and forty nights" are connected and what on earth they are talking about. We've seen these things mentioned in the Bible about the life of Jesus.

From the series: Kingdom Come

We look at the role of prophets in the Old Testament and ask, do we still need prophets today?

From the series: Kingdom Come

This prelude to our new series, "Kingdom Come" and learn what it means to "Rosh Hashanah Like a Lion"

From the series: 1 John

In today's message we look at the life of the Apostle John.

From the series: Psalms Greatest Hits

Delves into how to navigate relational conflicts through faith. It emphasizes aligning one's heart with God's will before reacting to conflicts and stresses the importance of prayer in seeking divine guidance. Also discusses recognizing God's role in our lives during adversity, highlighting the need to respond to conflicts in a manner that glorifies God rather than escalating tensions.

From the series: Psalms Greatest Hits

Emphasizes the psalm's relevance for a thriving life rooted in God. It discusses how the psalm contrasts worldly and godly paths, highlighting the importance of meditating on God's word for spiritual nourishment and growth. The text underscores the transformative power of scripture in guiding and shaping our lives, leading to fruitful, God-centered living.

From the series: Standalone Messages

Explores the power and significance of the Bible in shaping faith and life. It emphasizes the transformative nature of God's word, illustrating its ability to bring light and life into existence. Drawing on examples from Scripture, it encourages us to delve deeper into the Bible, underlining its role as a source of truth, guidance, and spiritual nourishment.

From the series: Greater

Emphasizes how Hebrews ties Old Testament themes to Jesus Christ, illustrating the culmination of biblical teachings in Christ. It also discusses the book's authorship, historical context, and its significance in understanding and communicating Christian faith. It emphasizes the sufficiency of Christ and encourages a focus on Jesus, especially during life changes and challenges.

From the series: Standalone Messages

Focuses on Psalm 1 and explores the concept of true happiness in life. It delves into the importance of seeking wisdom and grounding oneself in God's Word to achieve lasting happiness. It emphasizes that happiness is more than just circumstantial, and it's found in a deeper, spiritual fulfillment through a relationship with God, rather than in transient, worldly pleasures.

From the series: Cultural Collision

Discusses powerful prayer through the context of Daniel 9. It emphasizes Daniel's dedication to prayer during challenging times and his reliance on God's promises and scripture, particularly Jeremiah's prophecy. It explores how Daniel's humble, consistent prayer life provides a model for modern believers, showing the importance of faithfulness, humility, and reliance on God's word in prayer. It encourages us to seek God earnestly in prayer for strength in present trials and hope for the future.

From the series: Outlasters

Discusses the importance of recognizing and overcoming false teachings to become an "Outlaster" in faith. Emphasizes the role of God's truth in the believer's life and the need to proclaim this truth amid widespread false teachings.

From the series: Rethink Church

Emphasizes the importance of holding and contending for sound beliefs, based on biblical truth. Jude warns against false teachings that distort the grace of God, urging believers to stay grounded in their faith. The message underscores that sincere but erroneous beliefs can lead to spiritual emptiness. Jude encourages the church to remain steadfast in the faith handed down to them, highlighting the significance of correct theology for a healthy, vibrant relationship with God.

From the series: Living Hope

Explores the theme of living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ. It emphasizes that believers are born again into a living hope, which sustains them through trials and suffering. Peter reassures the faithful that their faith, tested by fire, is more precious than gold and results in praise, glory, and honor when Jesus is revealed. The passage encourages Christians to rejoice in their salvation and the inheritance kept in heaven for them, emphasizing the joy and assurance found in Christ.

From the series: The Right & Wrong Way

Focuses on the dangers of compromise within the church, particularly with regard to doctrine and moral standards. Examines two churches from Revelation, Pergamum and Thyatira, which allowed false teachings to infiltrate and lead them astray.

From the series: Believe

Emphasizing that when God speaks, life begins. It builds on the previous week's message about God's existence, exploring how God's Word, both in creation and the Bible, brings life and understanding to humanity.

From the series: Building One Brick at a Time

Centers on the theme of God's glory, highlighting that the primary character in Scripture is God Himself and His glory, not the human figures often focused on. Using examples from Nehemiah and Moses, it emphasizes that God's glory should be our motivation and that it is evident throughout creation.

Yes, it is partly a plug to read the Bible this year. But also five simple ways to get more out of Scripture every time you open it.

You already memorize song lyrics and sports stats without trying. A nudge toward giving that same heart-space to the word of God.

The word of God is living and active, sharper than any sword. A devotion on Hebrews 4:12 and Scripture's power to reach the heart.

Your word I have treasured in my heart, that I might not sin. A devotion on Psalm 119 and a life transformed by loving God's word.

Meditate on God's word day and night. A devotion on Joshua 1:8 and the kind of leadership that grows from a life soaked in Scripture.

Walk worthy of the calling you have received. A devotion on Ephesians 4 and living with the humility, patience, and unity it calls for.

After his baptism, Jesus answers temptation with Scripture alone. What Matthew 4:4 shows us about the power God makes available to his people.

In the middle of real trouble, David clings to one thing: the Lord's words are pure, like silver refined seven times. A devotion on Psalm 12.

God told Israel to write his words on their hearts and pass them to their children. A devotion on the Shema and faith handed down at home.

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.

The first in a year of memory verses. Psalm 1 lays out two paths and invites us to delight in God's word as the root of a flourishing life.

A simple reading plan to take you through the New Testament in a year, with a printable PDF to help you keep your place.

For the early church, Easter was the highest celebration of the year. An invitation to prepare for it by reading the New Testament in 40 days.

If opening the Bible feels like a chore, you are not alone. A gentle look at why our reading slips and how to rediscover joy in God's word.

It is easy to read the Bible as a pile of separate stories and miss the one that ties them together. Seeing Jesus as the theme of the whole book.

Ever read a Bible verse that left you anxious about where you stand with God? How to approach the passages that trouble us, starting with one in Matthew.

When you are reading God's Word it's important to answer the question: how can you understand it, as it was intended to be understood? Meaning, sometime we can read God's Word and walk away with a…

How do you know the Bible is true? That is a great question, because it is the foundation from which you learn about the Lord. It's important. And the Bible, when you think about it, is a pretty…

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