The Bible
41 itemsThe Bible as God's word — broad use when no more specific Scripture topic (Inspiration, Interpretation, Studies) fits.
Sermons(22)

Psalm 119 - 4 Important Lessons from Psalm 119
June 15, 2025From 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.

Psalm 19 - Reviving the Soul
July 30, 2023From 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.

Thou Shall Not Bear False Witness
January 9, 2022From 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.

Praying Like Jesus
September 26, 2021From 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.

What is Truth?
September 6, 2020From the series: Standalone Messages
The world spins trying to define, change, and redefine truth, but how do we determine what the truth really is?

How to Respond to Difficult Days
May 3, 2020From 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.

Egypt, the Jordan River and Forty Days
January 12, 2020From 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.

Prophets and Beautiful Feet
January 5, 2020From the series: Kingdom Come
We look at the role of prophets in the Old Testament and ask, do we still need prophets today?

Rosh Hashanah Like a Lion
September 22, 2019From the series: Kingdom Come
This prelude to our new series, "Kingdom Come" and learn what it means to "Rosh Hashanah Like a Lion"

1 John Introduction
June 9, 2019From the series: 1 John
In today's message we look at the life of the Apostle John.

Psalm 4
March 31, 2019From 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.

Psalm 1
March 10, 2019From 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.

What About the Word of God?
October 21, 2018From 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.

Where Can I Hear From God?
May 27, 2018From 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.

The Root of Happiness
May 6, 2018From 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.

Praying Powerfully
December 31, 2017From 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.

Recovery
May 24, 2015From 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.
Rethinking Your Beliefs
September 1, 2013From 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.
1 Peter 1:3-12
May 20, 2012From 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.
Part 2
November 13, 2011From 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.