Gospel City Church

The Promise of Freedom // John 8:31-32

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 19:22:10 -0700

Real freedom isn’t found in better circumstances—it’s found in a Person. In John 8:31–32, Jesus promises that as we remain in His word, we’ll know the truth—and that truth will break sin’s grip on our lives. This message unpacks how Jesus doesn’t just forgive sin, but frees us from its power, inviting us into a life of ongoing, Spirit-empowered freedom.

The Promise of Fruit // John 15:5

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 20:18:41 -0700

Jesus promises more than just life—He promises a fruitful life. In John 15:5, we discover that true spiritual fruit isn’t automatic or superficial; it’s produced as we remain in Jesus—hearing, believing, and obeying His Word by the power of His Spirit. When we stay connected to Him, our lives begin to overflow with visible, tangible fruit that reflects His character and brings glory to God.

The Promise of Rest // Matthew 11:28

Sun, 05 Apr 2026 19:08:49 -0700

Because of the resurrection, Jesus doesn’t just offer forgiveness—He offers rest. In Matthew 11:28, Jesus invites weary, burdened people to stop striving for acceptance and instead receive His perfect righteousness as a gift. This Easter message shows how the risen Christ meets our deepest exhaustion—not by lowering God’s standard, but by fulfilling it for us—and calls us to find true rest by coming to Him in faith.

The Promise of Clarity // John 8:12

Sun, 29 Mar 2026 17:27:18 -0700

Jesus doesn’t just offer guidance—He is the light. In a world of confusion, sin, and spiritual darkness, His promise is clear: follow Him, and you’ll finally see—clearly, fully, and truly.

The Promise of Provision // Matthew 6:33

Sun, 22 Mar 2026 20:42:03 -0700

In a world full of financial anxiety, Jesus offers a bold promise: when we put God’s kingdom first, He will provide everything we truly need. This message explores what that promise means—and what it doesn’t.

Victory One Battle at a Time // Joshua 10:28-43

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 17:48:31 -0700

Just as Israel conquered the Promised Land one city at a time, Christians grow into the abundant life Jesus promises one step at a time. In Joshua 10:28–43, we see a pattern of faithful obedience and steady progress. Rather than being overwhelmed by the size of the promise, God’s people trusted Him and fought the battles in front of them. In the same way, Jesus leads His church to experience His promises—provision, rest, fruitfulness, freedom, and more—as we trust and obey Him daily.

The King of kings // Joshua 10:16–27

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 20:19:32 -0700

Joshua’s decisive victory over the five kings of Canaan shows the power and confidence that strong leadership produces among God’s people. But Joshua’s triumph points to a far greater King—Jesus Christ. While Joshua conquered enemies in battle, Jesus first came in humility, suffering and dying to make a way for sinners to be saved. Today He reigns with all authority in heaven and patiently waits for people to repent before He returns in power to judge the nations and establish His kingdom. The question for us is simple: Will we trust, wait for, and submit to the true King of kings?

3 Miracles // Joshua 10:1-15

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 14:26:09 -0800

When the odds stack up and the enemy surrounds, God steps in. From supernatural confusion, to heaven-sent hailstones, to the sun standing still in the sky, Joshua 10 reveals a God who overrides nature to fight for His people. But these ancient miracles don’t just display power — they point to something greater: the darkness at the cross, the finished work of Christ, and the miracle of salvation that still changes lives today.

The Gospel According to the Gibeonites // Joshua 9:22-27

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 17:26:25 -0800

What can a group of ancient deceivers teach us about salvation? In The Gospel According to the Gibeonites (Joshua 9:22–27), we see a powerful foreshadowing of the gospel: hearing God’s warning, fearing judgment, making peace before it’s too late, and becoming servants of the King. This message calls us to face the reality of judgment—and rejoice in the greater reality of a Savior who seeks and saves the lost.

Do What You Say // Joshua 9:1-21

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 21:17:47 -0800

After a mountaintop moment of worship and victory, Israel walks straight into deception. In Joshua 9, the Gibeonites trick God’s people into making a binding oath—because Israel failed to seek the Lord’s direction. The result? A costly reminder that our words matter.

This message explores the danger of relying on our own understanding, the seriousness of truth and integrity before God, and why keeping your word reflects the character of the God of truth. From Joshua’s mistake to the greater faithfulness of King Jesus, we’re reminded: don’t speak lightly—do what you say.

Reading God's Word // Joshua 8:34-35

Sun, 08 Feb 2026 18:44:21 -0800

What can you do with the Bible? A lot—but only if you read it. In Joshua 8:34–35, we see Joshua do the most basic, powerful thing with God’s Word: he reads all of it—blessings and curses—to all of God’s people. This message calls us back to that same practice today, showing why reading Scripture is foundational to belief, obedience, and transformation, and culminating in the public reading of Jesus’ own words from the Gospel of Matthew. No commentary. Just the Word—read aloud, heard together, and received as God intends.

Preserving God's Word // Joshua 8:32-33

Sun, 01 Feb 2026 17:08:15 -0800

God’s Word is more than information—it’s life. In Joshua 8:32–33, we see why preserving Scripture matters, how God has done it through history, and what our role is today.

True Worship // Joshua 8:30-31

Sun, 25 Jan 2026 18:56:04 -0800

After Israel’s triumph at Ai, Joshua’s first response wasn’t celebration—it was worship. This message explores what true worship really is: recognizing the one true God, responding to His goodness, and offering Him not just songs or sacrifices, but our whole lives. Victory comes from God, worship belongs to God, and the life surrendered to Him is the life truly gained.

Keep Moving Forward // Joshua 8:1-29

Sun, 18 Jan 2026 18:54:31 -0800

Israel failed at Ai… then God called them to try again. Joshua 8 teaches us that setbacks don’t cancel God’s promises—fear does if we let it win. This message is about courage, obedience, and pressing forward into the life God has promised.

When There's Sin in the Camp // Joshua 7

Sun, 11 Jan 2026 20:15:26 -0800

When sin is hidden in the camp, victory stops. From Achan’s failure to Christ’s obedience, Joshua 7 teaches how personal sin can affect the whole community—and why God calls His people to holiness, confession, and grace.

Making Jesus Famous // Joshua 6:27

Sun, 04 Jan 2026 19:05:11 -0800

A brand-new year and a new season begin with the same unchanging mission: making Jesus famous. From Joshua 6:27, this sermon reveals how God’s presence, obedience, and faithful people led to fame—not for Joshua’s sake, but to display God’s power. Ultimately, Joshua points us to Jesus, the greater leader whose fame spreads as His people trust and obey Him today. This message casts Gospel City Church’s vision for 2026: lives transformed by Christ so His name is known throughout the land.

Joshua 6:26 // From Curse to Blessing

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 12:26:15 -0800

As a new year approaches, this message explores the biblical connection between blessing and curse through Joshua 6:26 and the fall of Jericho. It reveals why God set boundaries around what belonged to Him, why people are tempted to rebuild what God has destroyed, and how those boundaries are meant to protect, not harm. Ultimately, the message points to Jesus, who took the curse upon Himself so we could walk in true blessing and live the life God desires for us.

Celebrating Christmas: Is it Biblical? // Matthew 2:1-12

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 10:08:06 -0800

Christmas isn’t unbiblical—it’s a powerful invitation to celebrate the birth of the King of the universe. Drawing from Matthew 2, this message shows how God Himself orchestrated the first Christmas celebration, why the date matters less than the devotion, and what kind of gift truly honors Jesus. The Magi brought treasure, but God invites us to bring something far more valuable: our lives. Christmas is about worship, surrender, and joyfully honoring the Savior who came for us.

Joshua 6:22-25 // Count the Cost, Take the Risk

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 10:44:51 -0800

Rahab’s story in Joshua 6 shows what happens when faith refuses to stay silent. By counting the cost and taking the risk, she courageously shared the way of salvation, and her house became a refuge amid judgment. This message challenges us to live with the same faith, wisdom, and courage so that others in our life might be saved too.

Joshua 6:21 // Hard Verse, Great God

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 15:10:22 -0800

This sermon wrestles honestly with the difficult verse in Joshua 6:21, showing how its severity reveals God’s justice, impartiality, mercy, and grace. It explains why God judged Jericho’s deep, longstanding wickedness while also giving the city time and opportunity to repent. Even the hardest parts of the passage—including the death of children—are explored through the lens of God’s eternal mercy and the hope He provides. And it asks: What if even the hardest verses of Scripture are meant to reveal more of God’s goodness than we expect?

Joshua 6:1-20 // Possessing God's Promises

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 11:40:10 -0800

This message unpacks how God’s promises—like provision, rest, clarity, and freedom—often come with conditions that invite our obedience and perseverance. Through the story of Jericho, we discover three keys to possessing God’s promises: pushing through resistance, claiming only what He has promised, and following His instructions. It challenges us to pursue the abundant life Jesus offers by aligning with His ways, not our own. Are you ready to step forward and claim the promises God has already prepared for you?

Joshua 5:13-15 // Jesus at Jericho

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 17:44:40 -0800

This message explores Joshua’s encounter with a mysterious warrior near Jericho and demonstrates from Scripture that the figure is a pre-incarnate appearance of Jesus Christ. By examining His identity as the Commander of the Lord’s army, His acceptance of worship, and His declaration of holy ground, the passage reveals Christ’s eternal presence and authority. The sermon then highlights what this revelation means for believers today—namely that Jesus is not simply “on our side,” but calls us to be on His. Finally, it shows that the battles we face ultimately belong to Him, and we walk in victory when we worship, obey, and align ourselves with the Commander of Heaven’s armies.

Joshua 5:11-12 // God Provides

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 12:50:16 -0800

This message explores how God reveals Himself as both powerful and faithful through His provision for Israel in the wilderness and in the Promised Land. Drawing from Joshua 5:11–12, it highlights that God provides, invites our participation, and often supplies our needs in different ways. It also addresses the challenging question of why God’s provision sometimes seems absent by offering eight biblical considerations. Ultimately, the message points us to Jesus, the true bread of life who sustains us eternally.

Joshua 5:10 // Israel's Remembrance Day

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 11:18:22 -0800

Just as Canadians pause on Remembrance Day to honor those who gave their lives for our freedom, Joshua 5:10 records Israel’s own “Remembrance Day” — the Passover — a sacred reminder of God’s deliverance. In this message, we trace the Passover from its first celebration in Egypt to its fulfillment in Jesus Christ, the Lamb of God. Through His sacrifice, death passes over all who place their faith in Him. As the church remembers through communion, we are called to never forget the God who saves, delivers, and remains with His people.

Joshua 5:1-9 // The Sign That Sets You Apart

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 11:47:27 -0800

Before claiming the land, Israel had to reclaim their identity. God’s covenant mark reminded them who they belonged to—and who they no longer were. In Christ, we too are cut from our old life and raised into something brand new. The sign has changed, but the call remains: belong fully to God.

Joshua 4 // Remembering What God Has Done

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 08:39:05 -0700

We all forget — but God calls His people to remember. Just as Israel set up twelve stones from the Jordan to remind future generations of God’s faithfulness and power, we too need memorials that point us back to what God has done. Remembering shapes who we are, strengthens our faith, and fuels our obedience when new obstacles arise.

Today, the church itself serves as God’s living memorial — a people rescued from impossible situations, set together to declare His strength and faithfulness to the world. When we remember what God has done, we trust Him more deeply, fear Him rightly, and live as a testimony that the Lord’s hand is strong.

Joshua 3 // Crossing the Jordan

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 16:00:18 -0700

This message examines Israel’s crossing of the Jordan River as a powerful moment of transition from wilderness wandering to entering God’s promises. It explains the historical and spiritual significance of the Jordan River and the Ark of the Covenant, showing how God miraculously stopped the river’s flow to lead His people forward. The sermon draws five parallels for the church today: we are always in transition, everyone must move forward together, we follow God’s Word, all believers share in ministry, and consecration prepares us for God’s wonders. Ultimately, it calls believers to be spiritually ready, united, and obedient as God leads them into greater promises.

Joshua 2 // How to Be Saved

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 18:46:43 -0700

In Joshua 2, we meet Rahab—a surprising hero who risked everything to align with the God of Israel. As judgment loomed over Jericho, Rahab’s faith and quick action became her family’s path to salvation. This message draws powerful parallels between her story and our own need to be saved from coming judgment. God's mercy is still available today for those who want it.

Joshua 2:1 // What's Standing in the Way?

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 13:51:46 -0700

God promised His people the land—but they still had to go in and fight for it. Why? Because faith takes action, and unbelief is the real enemy. This message explores how the spies in Joshua’s day reveal a deeper truth for us today: it’s not your circumstances holding you back—it’s what you’re believing. Want to experience the life Jesus promised? Start by asking: What’s standing in your way… and are you believing God enough to overcome it?

Joshua 1:16-18 // Talking Back to Jesus

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 16:42:46 -0700

In this message a striking parallel is drawn between Joshua addressing Israel and Jesus speaking to His church today. It reminds us that when someone speaks to us—especially Christ—our response reveals our heart and shapes the whole community of believers. We are called to hear His clear commands and rely on His strength to obey. In doing so, we discover the life and blessing that come from following Him together.

Joshua 1:12-15 // Until Everyone's Okay

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 13:23:03 -0700

This message explores the powerful example of the 2½ tribes in Joshua 1 who, though they had already secured their land and rest, were called to cross the Jordan and fight for their brothers until everyone received their promise. In the same way, God calls spiritually mature believers today to use their strength, peace, and victories—not for isolation, but for intercession. Drawing parallels to Jesus’ own self-giving love, this sermon challenges us to give our best, take the lead, and stay in the fight until others are doing okay in Christ too. Because in God’s family, personal peace isn’t enough—we’re called to pursue collective wholeness.

Joshua 1:10-11 // God's Chain of Command

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 13:46:51 -0700

This message unpacks how God moves His people as one through a clear chain of communication—seen in Joshua’s leadership and fulfilled through Jesus and His church. Just like Israel followed Joshua into the Promised Land, the church today follows Jesus through the leadership He’s established. God’s design for unity through His Word and His leaders isn’t just practical—it reflects His very nature. When we move together under His direction, we show the world what He’s like.

Joshua 1:6-9 // Strength and Courage in the Shadow of Promise

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 11:52:23 -0700

God's command to "be strong and courageous" isn’t about self-confidence—it’s about trusting His promises, obeying His Word, and knowing He’s with you. Strength is the ability to do the hard thing; courage is the resolve to do it despite fear. Joshua 1:6–9 reminds us that faith closes the gap between our weakness and God's faithfulness. Because Jesus—the true and better Joshua—led the way with perfect strength and courage, we can follow Him boldly today.

Joshua 1:1-5 // Get Ready to Go

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 15:25:29 -0700

Before Israel could step into the Promised Land, they had to prepare. In Joshua 1, God speaks to Joshua with a blunt truth—“Moses is dead”—and a bold command: “Get ready to go.” Grief, fear, and comfort can keep us stuck, but God’s promises are still alive. He gives us everything we need to move forward: a clear calling, the guarantee of His presence, and the assurance of success—if we follow Him.

Just like Israel, we’re invited to leave behind the wilderness and walk into the life Jesus promised—together, as His people. The question is: Are you ready to go?

Joshua // Preview: Walking in the Promise

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 08:27:27 -0700

This message is a preview of the book of Joshua, showing how its ancient story of leadership, promise, opposition, and obedience mirrors our spiritual journey today. Just as Joshua led Israel into the Promised Land, Jesus leads us into the abundant life God has promised. But walking in that promise requires faith, obedience, and trust in God’s Word. This series will explore how we, like Israel, are called to step boldly into all that God has for us.

Colossians 4:18 // The Grace of God's Word

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 11:17:42 -0700

Paul ends his letter to the Colossians the same way he started it - with the grace of God. This final message in our series looks at how the grace of God to the Colossians is found in the very words that the apostle wrote to them. The entire book of Colossians is an undeserved gift of God's goodness to us. The Word of God to us is the grace of God for us.

Colossians 4:15-17 // Love & Encouragement

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 11:15:37 -0700

Paul is nearly finished his letter to the Colossians. But before he wraps it up he leaves them with some final instructions. He calls them to love the other local churches in their area, to love the Word of God, and to love those in the congregation who need some encouragement - instructions that should still be observed by every local church today.

Colossians 4:14 // Here Today, Gone Tomorrow

Mon, 04 Aug 2025 21:18:59 -0700

Luke and Demas - Two coworkers who were with Paul while the apostle was under house arrest in Rome. A few years later only one of them was still found by Paul's side. The other deserted him. In this message we look at why someone would walk away from God and we learn what we should look for in our own lives that would indicate if we will stay faithful until the end.

Colossians 4:11-13 // Kingdom Work

Mon, 28 Jul 2025 18:24:07 -0700

Paul uses a phrase in Colossians 4:11 when he identifies three of his fellow countrymen who had joined his ministry team; he labels them his "coworkers for the kingdom of God." In this message we take a brief look at the nature of work, the kingdom of God, and how those two ideas are connected.

Colossians 4:10b // Overcoming Failure

Mon, 21 Jul 2025 17:41:26 -0700

Failure is a part of life. It is inevitable. Everyone fails. But not everyone recovers from their failures and overcomes them. Mark was somebody who did. In this message we look at what the Apostle Paul wrote to the Colossians concerning Mark and we learn some valuable lessons about overcoming failure.

Colossians 4:10a // Greetings From Prison

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 10:05:42 -0700

Paul allocates one half verse to mentioning his fellow prisoner Aristarchus. And he uses these few words at the front end of Colossians 4:10 to relay a message from Aristarchus to the believers at Colossae. And the message is this: Greetings! In this sermon we take a look at the significance of the New Testament greeting and we draw out an implication for our lives by looking at the circumstances that Aristarchus sends his greetings from.

Colossians 4:9 // Who God Says We Are

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 13:43:47 -0700

Onesimus comes back home. The backstory behind his leaving Colossae and his return to it is fascinating. And it teaches us a valuable lesson about who we are in Christ.

Colossians 4:7-8 // Christian Commendation

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 12:16:10 -0700

Tychicus was sent by Paul to deliver his letter to the Colossians. And in that letter, Paul wrote about Tychicus, commending him to the church at Colossae. Why did Paul do that? And what are the implications of Tychicus' commendation for Christians today?

Colossians 4:6 // Backyard Evangelism - Part 2

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 14:23:11 -0700

Are you a Christian who wants to be used by God when it comes to leading outsiders into the Kingdom of Heaven? In this message we take a look at how Paul instructed the believers in Colossae to engage with those outside the church. The instructions are timeless. Every believer today would do well to take Paul's words to heart.

Colossians 4:5 // Backyard Evangelism - Part 1

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 10:14:23 -0700

Most Christians are not called by God to travel to distant lands to bring the gospel to people who have yet to hear it. But that doesn't mean they aren't called to bring the gospel to people. Because they are! You don't need to hop on a plane to go and share the Good News about Jesus with someone. You can find people in your own backyard who need to hear the message that can save their lives.

Colossians 4:3-4 // Paul's Prayer Request

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 18:21:28 -0700

In the opening of his letter to the Colossians Paul shared with them how he had been praying for them. Now, as the letter begins drawing to a close, Paul asks them to return the favor - he asks his brothers and sister in the church at Colossae if they would pray for him. Specifically, he asks them to pray for God's intervention in Paul's evangelistic efforts.

Colossians 4:2 // Prioritizing Prayer

Mon, 02 Jun 2025 08:40:49 -0700

Prayer is one of the most important spiritual disciplines in a Christian's life. And yet so many of us go through seasons where we neglect praying. As the Apostle Paul nears the end of his letter to the church in Colossae, he calls them to prioritize this all-important practice. He calls them (and us!) to give ourselves to prayer.

Colossians 3:22-4:1 // Slavery in Colossae

Mon, 26 May 2025 10:43:29 -0700

In his letter to the believers at Colossae, the apostle Paul addressed the various relationships that existed in the home. He spoke to husbands and wives. He spoke to fathers and children. And then he spoke to masters and slaves. When we read Paul's words to masters and slaves he doesn't seem to take issue with the institution of slavery that was widespread across the Roman empire in his day. Was Paul pro-slavery? Was he against it? Was he indifferent to it? We unpack those questions and more in this message.

Colossians 3:20-21 // Faith of the Family

Thu, 22 May 2025 20:58:15 -0700

The Apostle Paul continues his letter to the Colossians by addressing the relationships in families. Paul calls the believing fathers and children to live in God's design for the family, a design that reflects how we relate to God and sees the family as a gospel picture.

Colossians 3:18-19 // Submit & Love

Tue, 13 May 2025 11:52:29 -0700

The Apostle Paul now turns his attention to the foundational relationships in a believer's life - the relationships we experience in the home. And he starts by addressing those who are married. He gives one sentence to wives and one to husbands. Just a few short words, but they will produce a life changing impact upon any marriage if husbands and wives take them to heart.

Colossians 3:12-17 // Putting On The New

Mon, 05 May 2025 18:13:27 -0700

We used to be clothed with certain attitudes in our old life. But now that we are Christians, we are to put on a brand new way to live... we are to put on Christ. And every one in the church is supposed to be wearing the same thing.

Colossians 3:5-11 // We Don't Do Those Things Anymore

Mon, 28 Apr 2025 11:27:30 -0700

We've been saved by Jesus from out of our old, dead life. And He's saved us into a brand new life with Him. That means that we have to leave our old ways behind us and we begin to learn how to live as His people now. In this message we will look at some of the old practices in our life that have to go if we are now children of God.

Colossians 3:1-4 // He's Alive, Live Like it

Mon, 21 Apr 2025 10:43:09 -0700

On the first Easter weekend 2000 years ago, Jesus rose from the dead on the third day after His crucifixion. The implications of His resurrection are intended to shape the way Christians live their lives today.

Colossians 2:20-23 // You're Dead, Live Like it

Mon, 14 Apr 2025 11:35:40 -0700

When someone places their faith in the person and work of Jesus Christ - they die. Jesus' death becomes their death. And that death they experience should impact the way they live.

Colossians 2:18-19 // Jesus is the Source of True Spirituality

Mon, 07 Apr 2025 16:36:53 -0700

Occult spiritual practices are nothing new. False teachers attempted to sway the church at Colossae into believing that if a person didn't have these kinds of spiritual experiences then that person didn't truly know God. Paul makes quick work of this false teaching by showing the Colossians that the only spirituality that matters is the one that is connected to Jesus.

Colossians 2:16-17 // Jesus is the Substance of the Law

Mon, 31 Mar 2025 17:45:52 -0700

False teachers were telling the Christians at Colossae they had to obey commands in the Old Testament Law in order to be saved. Paul tells the Colossians they have no obligation to uphold the Old Testament Law now that they are in Christ. Why did Paul say that? Because the Law was the shadow that pointed ahead to Jesus.

Colossians 2:8-15 // Don't Let Them Take You

Tue, 25 Mar 2025 21:01:30 -0700

The Apostle Paul warns the Colossians not to be taken captive by the empty deceit and philosophies peddled by false teachers. He reminds the Colossians of the work Jesus did on the cross and the new life that is found in Christ. We were buried with Him in baptism and raised with Him through faith in the powerful working of God. Jesus is the fullness of God and we have His fullness filling us.

Colossians 2:7b // Overflowing With Gratitude

Mon, 17 Mar 2025 10:11:10 -0700

Gratitude is one of the best defenses against false teaching. In this message we learn about the ingredients that make gratitude such a powerful weapon in the Christian life.

Colossians 2:6-7 // The Best Defense Is A Good Offense

Mon, 10 Mar 2025 20:05:20 -0700

The Apostle Paul is aware of the false teaching that is trying to infiltrate the church at Colossae. But instead of getting the Colossians to fixate on the false teaching, Paul calls them to focus on moving forward, continuing to grow their faith in Jesus. Because the stronger one’s faith in Christ is, the harder it will be for false teaching to draw them away from following their Lord.

Colossians 2:4-5 // Spiritually Healthy Christians Need Jesus Too

Mon, 03 Mar 2025 19:57:52 -0800

The Church at Colossae was spiritually healthy. They were doing well. But that didn’t stop the apostle Paul from writing to them about Jesus. Because everybody needs Jesus – both the spiritually sick, and the spiritually healthy.

Colossians 2:1-3 // Courage & Unity Unlock the Treasure

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 18:32:45 -0800

Every Christian today has Christ living in them – an incalculable treasure of understanding, knowledge, and wisdom. But not every Christian accesses that treasure within them on a regular basis. In this message we will learn that courageous and unified hearts are the key to opening those riches in Christ.

Colossians 1:24-29 // Spiritual Maturity is the Goal

Mon, 17 Feb 2025 14:55:40 -0800

Your Heavenly Father is a good dad. And just like any other parent would, God wants His kids to grow up into maturity.

Colossians 1:21-23 // Every Christian's Life in 3 Verses

Mon, 10 Feb 2025 18:44:59 -0800

Although the specific details of each Christian's life will vary from one person to another, the main components of every Christian's life are the same: We all started out alienated from God, Jesus saved us, and then we go on to build the rest of our life upon Him. This is what Paul shares with the Christians at Colossae in the three verses we are looking at in this message.

Colossians 1:15-20 // The Only One Worth Following

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 19:43:34 -0800

There are many voices in our world today vying for your allegiance. There are many who are trying to get you to follow them, trust them, align your life with them. But there is only one person worth following. His name is Jesus. In this message we see Paul elevate the person of Christ over and above all other competitors. Jesus is simply the best. There is no competition. And this statement is objectively true.

Colossians 1:9-14 // Living a Life that Pleases God

Mon, 27 Jan 2025 20:19:40 -0800

God has a plan for your life. He wants you to live your life a certain way. And if you give yourself to living how God wants you to live, then you will be blessed. And He will be pleased.

Colossians 1:3-8 // Gospel Dominos

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 18:51:58 -0800

When the gospel was first proclaimed in Colossae it triggered a series of events that culminated with Paul and Timothy giving thanks to God for all that He had done. The things Paul talks about in these verses should mark any group of people who have received the gospel for themselves.

Colossians 1:1-2 // You've Got Mail

Mon, 13 Jan 2025 21:39:26 -0800

Why should the Christian community at Colossae have cared about the letter that was sent to them from Paul? Why should you care about that same letter if you are a Christian? Paul gives us a compelling reason in the opening two verses of that letter.

An Introduction to Colossians

Mon, 06 Jan 2025 19:36:37 -0800

We are starting a brand-new sermon series at Gospel City Church where we will be walking through the New Testament book of Colossians. We are spending some time in this introductory message to do the work of tilling the soil of our minds and hearts so that we will be better able to receive what God has to say to us in this book - that Jesus is supreme over all things... including my life and yours.

James 5:19-20 // Church is a Life-Saver

Mon, 30 Dec 2024 16:52:54 -0800

James uses the final two verses in his letter to highlight the importance of our roles as Christians in the lives of our fellow brothers and sisters. According to James, our involvement in each other's lives could be a matter of life or death.

Christmas: The Love For All People

Mon, 23 Dec 2024 12:21:22 -0800

God loves you so much He came into this world to save you. That love is what Christmas is all about.

*Note: I (BJ) made an anatomy mistake in this message. In one of my illustrations I confused the number of kidneys we have with the number of livers we have. For the record, we only have one liver. I hope that slip up doesn't distract you from hearing the good news I share in this message. Bless you. And Merry Christmas!

Christmas: The Joy For All People

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 13:20:28 -0800

On the first Christmas day an angel appeared to some shepherds nearby and declared that the birth of Jesus was good news of great joy for all people. In this message we take a look at how the birth of Jesus can produce joy in our lives today.

Christmas: The Peace For All People

Mon, 09 Dec 2024 12:25:06 -0800

Our world is full of chaos. On Christmas day Jesus Christ was born to bring us peace.

Christmas: The Hope For All People

Mon, 02 Dec 2024 14:44:16 -0800

Jesus was born into our world to secure for us something much more valuable than a couple extra days off work and school each December. Jesus was born into the world to bring humanity hope. In this first message of a four-part Christmas series at Gospel City Church we explore what hope is, the reason we can put our hope in what God has promised us, and how anyone can access this super-sized hope that we have in Jesus.

James 5:13-18 // Pray

Mon, 25 Nov 2024 08:52:11 -0800

"Is anyone among you suffering? He should pray. Is anyone cheerful? He should sing praises. Is anyone among you sick? He should call for the elders of the church, and they are to pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord. The prayer of faith will save the sick person, and the Lord will raise him up; if he has committed sins, he will be forgiven. Therefore, confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is very powerful in its effect. Elijah was a human being as we are, and he prayed earnestly that it would not rain, and for three years and six months it did not rain on the land. Then he prayed again, and the sky gave rain and the land produced its fruit." - James 5:13-18

James 5:1-12 // Jesus is Coming Back

Mon, 25 Nov 2024 07:58:55 -0800

"Come now, you rich people, weep and wail over the miseries that are coming on you. Your wealth has rotted and your clothes are moth-eaten. Your gold and silver are corroded, and their corrosion will be a witness against you and will eat your flesh like fire. You have stored up treasure in the last days. Look! The pay that you withheld from the workers who mowed your fields cries out, and the outcry of the harvesters has reached the ears of the Lord of Armies. You have lived luxuriously on the earth and have indulged yourselves. You have fattened your hearts in a day of slaughter. You have condemned, you have murdered the righteous, who does not resist you. Therefore, brothers and sisters, be patient until the Lord’s coming. See how the farmer waits for the precious fruit of the earth and is patient with it until it receives the early and the late rains. You also must be patient. Strengthen your hearts, because the Lord’s coming is near. Brothers and sisters, do not complain about one another, so that you will not be judged. Look, the judge stands at the door! Brothers and sisters, take the prophets who spoke in the Lord’s name as an example of suffering and patience. See, we count as blessed those who have endured. You have heard of Job’s endurance and have seen the outcome that the Lord brought about—the Lord is compassionate and merciful. Above all, my brothers and sisters, do not swear, either by heaven or by earth or with any other oath. But let your “yes” mean “yes,” and your “no” mean “no,” so that you won’t fall under judgment." - James 5:1-12

James 4:13-17 // Is God in Your Plans?

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 18:56:08 -0800

"Come now, you who say, “Today or tomorrow we will travel to such and such a city and spend a year there and do business and make a profit.” Yet you do not know what tomorrow will bring—what your life will be! For you are like vapor that appears for a little while, then vanishes. Instead, you should say, “If the Lord wills, we will live and do this or that.” But as it is, you boast in your arrogance. All such boasting is evil. So it is sin to know the good and yet not do it.

- James 4:13-17

Blueprint Part One : Jesus’ Word

Sun, 06 Oct 2024 12:46:40 -0700

Part One in a Four Part Series of the blueprint Jesus has for his Church. Presented by Pastor BJ Chursinoff.

Blueprint Part Two: Jesus’ Spirit

Sun, 06 Oct 2024 12:46:34 -0700

Pastor BJ Chursinoff continues the walk in part two of Jesus' Blueprint for His church - Jesus' Spirit

Blueprint Part Three: Jesus’ Family

Sun, 06 Oct 2024 12:46:25 -0700

Pastor BJ steps into the territory of what Jesus' meant when he referred to His Family. From Genesis to Jesus' word, BJ spares no blushes in the celebration of the eternal family thanks to the gift of salvation through Jesus Christ.

James 1:26-28 // Walk the Talk

Sat, 05 Oct 2024 17:35:00 -0700

If anyone thinks he is religious without controlling his tongue, his religion is useless and he deceives himself. Pure and undefiled religion before God the Father is this: to look after orphans and widows in their distress and to keep oneself unstained from the world. We resume our series on the book of James. Sermon by Pastor BJ Chursinoff.

Blueprint Part Four: Jesus’ Mission // 9-22-2024

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 09:18:39 -0700

Pastor BJ walks us along the very fundamentals of Christian faith through Jesus' Mission, the how, the why and the gift of salvation. Worthy is the lamb!

James 1:22-25 // Be Doers of the Word (Part 2)

Tue, 27 Aug 2024 16:34:43 -0700

James continues unpacking the profound truth of V.22 that true faith is transformative, leading to observable changes in our lives. We're encouraged to look 'intently' into God's Word, allowing it to reveal our true selves, show us who God is, and remind us of our identity in Christ.

James 1:21-22 // Be Doers of the Word (Part 1)

Tue, 20 Aug 2024 14:06:05 -0700

James shares one of the most important verses in the Bible, telling us plainly that salvation isn't just about hearing God's Word, but acting on it. This message urges us to reflect on whether we're merely accumulating knowledge or truly allowing God's Word to change our lives. It's a sobering reminder that self-deception is a real danger, and that the evidence of our faith is found in our obedience to Christ.

James 1:19-20 // Fighting Anger and Bitterness

Mon, 12 Aug 2024 15:44:32 -0700

In this study, we'll delve into the critical importance of controlling our anger and speech. We'll learn how to handle our anger in a God-honoring way by turning to reflection, rather a reaction, when we're upset. And we'll learn what the power of grace is supposed to do in our lives with regard to anger, as we grow in godliness over the years.

James 1.19-20 // Slow Down

Mon, 05 Aug 2024 09:32:12 -0700

James 1:19 contains three specific commands to believers that profoundly affect how we interact with one another, be it in conversation or conflict. The second and third exhortations are to be "slow to speak, and slow to anger".

Luke 9:23-24 // Gospel Death

Tue, 30 Jul 2024 15:23:56 -0700

Jesus died on the Cross so we could live a life full of His resurrection power. But a lot of us don’t realize that we have to die too before we can experience that power in our lives.

1 Corinthians 15:1-8 // Gospel Balance

Tue, 23 Jul 2024 14:22:17 -0700

Christians need to maintain spiritual balance as we follow Jesus. And we are able to experience this balance when we live out the implications of the Gospel in our life.

James 1:19 // Hurry Up and Listen

Tue, 16 Jul 2024 15:31:32 -0700

James 1:19 contains three specific commands to believers that profoundly affect how we interact with one another, be it in conversation or conflict. The first exhortation is to be "quick to listen".

James 1:16-18 // Don't Be Deceived

Tue, 09 Jul 2024 09:30:11 -0700

After warning us to not be deceived into thinking God is tempting us or trying to set us up to fail with temptation and sin, James exhorts us to instead have a right view of God as the source of every good and perfect gift.

James 1:15 // Sin Leads to Death

Tue, 02 Jul 2024 09:42:24 -0700

We continue examining the reality of our own evil desires and how they create temptations for us. We'll also look at how James' teaching disproves dangerous lies about LGBTQ+-related issues that are growing in popularity in the Church.

The Enemy Within // James 1:14

Tue, 25 Jun 2024 08:39:00 -0700

James reveals the shocking source of our temptation in trials and we'll look at ways to live effectively in light of it.

James 1:12-13 // God Doesn't Set You Up To Fail

Wed, 19 Jun 2024 12:28:46 -0700

In this study, James gives us clarity on questions like, "Does God ever set me up to fail in a trial?" and "Is God ever trying to get me to sin by tempting me?" We'll also learn why love for God motivates endurance in trials.

James 1:9-11 // The Only Wealth That Matters

Thu, 13 Jun 2024 15:44:32 -0700

In this study, we are reminded that earthly riches and status are fleeting, while our eternal inheritance in Christ is imperishable. As believers, we should find our joy and hope in Him, regardless of our socioeconomic circumstances. The Bible calls both the poor and the rich to focus on the reality of eternity, rather than temporary earthly conditions. This wisdom helps us maintain a proper perspective, especially in the face of trials and an uncertain future.

James 1:5-8 // Who God Gives Wisdom To

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 16:03:46 -0700

This message delves into the wonderful promise of James 1:5-8, which assures us that if we ask God for wisdom in our trials, He will generously provide it. BUT... there are conditions. And we'll dig into those in this study.

James 1.5-8 // Who God Gives Wisdom To

Tue, 28 May 2024 10:09:40 -0700

What is wisdom and how do we get it? In this study, we'll search the Scriptures for answers to these questions and learn why wisdom makes all the difference in our trials.

James 1:2-4 // Why God Tests You (Part 6)

Wed, 22 May 2024 09:45:51 -0700

What is God like in our trials? How does He receive us when we come to Him for help? As we continue examining the subject of trials sent or allowed by God into our lives, we'll spend some more time learning about the heart of God.

James 1:2-3 // Why God Tests You (Part 5)

Tue, 14 May 2024 10:02:36 -0700

God uses trials to test and refine our faith, revealing things like where we find our identity, hope, and sense of security. In this study, we'll illuminate more of the ways God works in our lives to do good through trials.

James 1:2-3 // Why God Tests You (Part 4)

Tue, 07 May 2024 11:55:59 -0700

When our faith is tested, we are invited to draw closer to the God who draws near to us in our trials. In this study, we'll explore more of the ways God works good in our lives through trials.

James 1:2-3 // Why God Tests You (Part 3)

Mon, 29 Apr 2024 12:32:55 -0700

One of the reasons God sends us trials is to reveal the genuineness (or lack thereof) of our faith. We'll talk about that in this study, as well as a profound perspective on trials that unfold in the aftermath of our failures.

For discussion questions and video for this message, visit jeffthompsonministries.com/intheword.

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT

Sun, 28 Apr 2024 11:57:40 -0700

IN THE WORD BIBLE STUDIES:
jeffthompsonministries.com/intheword

SUPPORT IN THE WORD:
jeffthompsonministries.com/support

YOUTUBE:
youtube.com/@INTHEWORDwithJeffThompson

FACEBOOK:
facebook.com/jeffthompsonministries

INSTAGRAM:
instagram.com/jeffthompsonministries

X / TWITTER:
twitter.com/jefftministries

TIKTOK:
tiktok.com/@jeffthompsonministries

James 1:2-3 // Why God Tests You (Part 2)

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 17:48:01 -0700

God sends trials to get our attention and sometimes He sends trials to humble us. Learn why that's a good thing, and how the Lord uses trials to get us to the place where He can bless us.

For discussion questions and video for this message, visit jeffthompsonministries.com/intheword.

James 1:2-3 // Why God Tests You (Part 1)

Tue, 16 Apr 2024 10:05:00 -0700

James shares a shocking command, instructing believers to view their trials with joy. In this study, we’ll learn why God sends trials to His children, and why they’re so good for us.

For discussion questions and video for this message, visit jeffthompsonministries.com/intheword.

James 1:1 // We Are Slaves of Christ

Sun, 14 Apr 2024 10:56:21 -0700

Despite being a recognized apostle and the half-brother of Jesus, James identifies himself as, "a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ". In this study, we'll talk about what it means to be a slave to Christ, and why it's the most blessed and free way to live.

For discussion questions and video for this message, visit jeffthompsonministries.com/intheword.

John 20:19-20 // Unmet Expectations & Unexpected Joy

Tue, 02 Apr 2024 12:03:13 -0700

On the first Easter Sunday, we find the disciples hiding together for fear of the religious leaders. Their expectations of who Jesus was and what He came to do were dashed to pieces when He was brutally murdered at the hands of the Romans. But all their unmet expectations evaporated when the resurrected Messiah walked into the room. This same Jesus will still change anyone’s life today when He meets with them too.

Acts 28:2-31 // The Gospel is Not Bound

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 08:11:49 -0700

Paul continues his journey to Rome being used by God mightily along the way and, according to Church tradition, planting churches everywhere he went. And as we wrap up the Book of Acts, we are reminded that most of the time, the glorious truth of the good God is doing in each of us will only be revealed over time.

Acts 28:30-31 // The Kingdom of God

Tue, 19 Mar 2024 14:39:06 -0700

The final scene in the book of Acts doesn’t appear to be all that inspiring. The Apostle Paul is under house arrest in Rome. He’s allowed visitors, but he isn’t allowed to travel anywhere. But that’s OK. Because placing an Apostle under house arrest cannot stop the Kingdom of God from advancing.

Pressing On to the Abundant Life

Sun, 17 Mar 2024 09:33:43 -0700

Jesus said that He came to give His followers abundant life. But none of us are magically transported into this blessing once we become a Christian. We need to follow Jesus by faith, through obstacles that stand in the way of us experiencing the quality of life that our Lord came to give us.

Acts 27:1-28:1 // Paul's Perilous Journey

Mon, 04 Mar 2024 20:25:53 -0800

Paul finally begins his journey to Rome, only to run into a deadly storm on the Mediterranean Sea that threatens to kill him and the 267 other people on board. But amid the chaos and terror, Paul emerges as a leader filled with Christlike faith and an example for us to emulate.

Acts 25:1-26:32 // Paul Appears Before Festus and Agrippa II

Mon, 26 Feb 2024 20:15:29 -0800

As Felix, the governor of Judea, is recalled to Rome, a new governor, Festus, arrives. He examines Paul's case and puts on a special audience with Paul for King Agrippa II, allowing Paul to state his case by sharing his incredible testimony.

Acts 23:12-24:27 // Paul and Felix

Wed, 21 Feb 2024 10:14:29 -0800

An imminent assassination plot necessitates Paul being rushed out of Jerusalem by night under military escort. He is taken to the governor's mansion in Caesarea Maritima, where he is placed on trial before Felix. As Paul is afforded an opportunity to share the Gospel with Felix and his wife, Drusilla, we are reminded of the seriousness and urgency of responding to the conviction of the Holy Spirit.

Acts 22:22-23:11 // The Comfort of Christ

Mon, 12 Feb 2024 21:35:33 -0800

The Roman commander Claudius Lysias continues trying to figure out why the Jews in Jerusalem are so agitated by Paul. And in the midst of Paul's discouragement, a visit from Jesus teaches us about the nature of His supernatural comfort.

Acts 22:1-21 // Paul's Testimony

Mon, 05 Feb 2024 21:40:29 -0800

Paul responds to being brutally attacked in Jerusalem by sharing his testimony with those who had just tried to take his life. His testimony serves as an example of how Christians can share their testimony when God provides opportunities to do so.

Acts 21:26-40 // A Riot in Jerusalem

Tue, 30 Jan 2024 10:07:39 -0800

Paul's attempts to appease the Jewish believers in Jerusalem backfire, as a riot breaks out on the Temple Mount and he has to be rescued by a Roman commander and over 200 soldiers. We'll also dig a little deeper into one of the central issues of the Christian life - our identity in Christ.

Acts 21:15-24 // Tension in Jerusalem

Mon, 22 Jan 2024 20:49:41 -0800

As Paul arrives in Jerusalem, he is greeted with the news that he has become a lightning rod of controversy as issues of culture, heritage, ethnicity, and traditions collide with the Gospel. We'll see Paul display incredible humility, as he pursues unity in the Church through the power of the love of Christ.

Acts 21:1-14 // Living on Mission, Together

Thu, 18 Jan 2024 15:04:55 -0800

Paul and his team are making their way to Jerusalem, and they get a lot of help along the way. There was a mission to fulfill and everyone played a part in getting the job done. In this message, we consider what it would look like today for the Church to live on mission together, as we see in the Book of Acts.

Acts 21:1-14 // Paul's Journey to Jerusalem

Thu, 18 Jan 2024 15:03:53 -0800

Paul leaves the Ephesian elders in Miletus and heads for Jerusalem, which requires a few stops along the way. In this message, we'll witness the special bond between genuine believers and delve into some issues related to the gift of prophecy.

Acts 20:35 // How to Live a Blessed Life

Mon, 01 Jan 2024 17:35:12 -0800

Jesus says it is more blessed to give than to receive. In this message, we'll learn how to experience the blessing Jesus associates with giving, in our lives.

Acts 20:35 // Christmas in Miletus

Fri, 29 Dec 2023 10:47:30 -0800

When Paul met with the Ephesian elders in Miletus, he called them to remember Jesus' words, "It is more blessed to give than to receive." Jesus perfectly embodied these words in His earthly life. And this Christmas season, we are called to remember that He is blessed because He gave Himself for us and to us.

Acts 20:32-38 // On Guard (Part 3)

Tue, 19 Dec 2023 08:56:13 -0800

As Paul wraps up his parting words to the Ephesian elders, we'll learn what happened to the Church at Ephesus in the decades that followed.

Acts 20:30-31 // On Guard (Part 2)

Mon, 11 Dec 2023 22:32:43 -0800

Paul continues warning the Ephesian elders about the danger false teachers pose to the Church. We'll survey some of what the Bible tells us about the motivations and practices of false teachers, along with some practical examples.

Acts 20:28-29 // On Guard (Part 1)

Wed, 06 Dec 2023 15:10:05 -0800

As Paul continues sharing his parting words with the Ephesian elders, he commands them to prioritize their walk with Christ and watch out for "wolves."

Acts 20:20-27 // A Focused Life

Tue, 28 Nov 2023 21:32:02 -0800

Paul continues sharing his final words with the elders of the Church in Ephesus, revealing the incredible power of life focused on Christ.

Acts 20:1-19 // Paul’s Heart for Ministry

Tue, 14 Nov 2023 09:20:14 -0800

Paul begins his final missionary journey by visiting churches he planted over the years in Greece. A stop in Troas sees a young man raised from the dead before Paul continues to Miletus, where he meets with the elders of the Church in Ephesus, modeling love for Christ and His Church.

Acts 19:21-41 // The Riot in Ephesus

Tue, 07 Nov 2023 10:22:53 -0800

After Christianity cripples the occultic book business in Ephesus, craftsmen worry their miniature silver idols business could be next. The result is a mob stirred up into a frenzy, which teaches us about the response turning to Christ can produce in those who still love the world.

Acts 19:13-20 // Radical Repentance

Tue, 31 Oct 2023 10:22:29 -0700

Some traveling Hebrew exorcists learn the hard way that the name of Jesus is not a magic word or an incantation, and "many" Ephesians turn to Christ after witnessing His power through Paul's ministry in their city. The radical and immediate actions of those new believers remind us just how profound the immediate change produced by the Holy Spirit coming into a person's life is.

Acts 19:11-12 // Evil Spirits

Tue, 24 Oct 2023 10:17:13 -0700

What are "evil spirits" and demons? Where did they come from? How do they get into our lives? In this study, we delve into the supernatural world and see what God's Word has to say about this very strange and yet very real phenomenon.

Acts 19:11-12 // Faith & Miracles (Part 2)

Tue, 17 Oct 2023 09:15:00 -0700

We continue to unpack the strange account found in these two verses by looking at the present-day "Prosperity Gospel," how our actions can release faith, and how sin can sometimes cause physical sickness, pain, and suffering.

Acts 19:11-12 // Faith & Miracles (Part 1)

Tue, 10 Oct 2023 10:08:41 -0700

In Ephesus, a strange phenomenon occurs as people are miraculously healed by touching Paul's sweat cloths and aprons. We'll dig into what was happening, why, and what it can teach us about supernatural healing in the Church today.

The Biblical Prerequisite of Church Membership

Tue, 03 Oct 2023 09:46:35 -0700

In this final message, we'll hear one more biblical argument for the practice of church membership. And what does a person do if they want to become a member of the church after hearing all the arguments laid out in this series? We'll explain that process briefly in this message too.

The Biblical Prescription for Church Membership

Mon, 25 Sep 2023 17:14:48 -0700

What does Jesus have to say about church membership? Lots, actually! In this message, we'll see that Jesus tells His disciples to practice church membership. It's a practice that the King prescribes.,

The Biblical Pattern of Church Membership

Tue, 19 Sep 2023 13:59:37 -0700

Is church membership biblical? That's the question this series will attempt to answer. In this message, we look in the Bible at how God’s people have always practiced formal membership. It was practiced when it came to belonging to Israel in the Old Testament and it was practiced when it came to belonging to the Church in the New Testament. When we observe this pattern, it should lead us to ask the question: Can a practice be unbiblical if it is practiced all throughout the Bible?

How to Suffer Well (Part 2)

Tue, 12 Sep 2023 17:33:30 -0700

In this study, we’ll continue discussing practical pointers on how to suffer well in life’s difficult seasons.

How to Suffer Well (Part 1)

Mon, 04 Sep 2023 17:31:15 -0700

If we’re going to suffer, how do we suffer well? How can we bring glory to God and experience as much peace, hope, love, and life as possible in our trials?

Why Am I Suffering?

Mon, 28 Aug 2023 18:37:44 -0700

It is critical that we correctly diagnose the cause of our suffering so that we can respond appropriately. In this message, we’ll look at the four primary causes of suffering in the life of the believer, and how we should respond in each instance.

Why Does Suffering Exist?

Tue, 22 Aug 2023 14:58:20 -0700

One of the most frequently raised objections to Christianity is the problem of evil. How can a good God exist if there is so much pain and suffering in the world? I this message, we’ll explore what the Bible says about this classic existential dilemma.

Distinct: Introduction

Sat, 19 Aug 2023 19:26:15 -0700

This isn't the first time we're talking about church membership at Gospel City. This introductory message will explain why we're bringing up the topic again and will lay the foundation for a brand-new series by addressing one of the biggest pushbacks some people give - the claim that local church membership is too rigid.

Acts 19:1-10 // The Gospel in Ephesus

Tue, 08 Aug 2023 08:58:21 -0700

As we begin to follow Paul’s pivotal three years of ministry in Ephesus, we are reminded of the importance of yielding to the gracious revelation of truth by God. The alternative is a hardening of the heart, which produces disastrous results.

Acts 18:18-28 // The Eloquent Apollos

Tue, 01 Aug 2023 22:12:49 -0700

As Paul heads home to Antioch to end his second missionary journey, we are reminded to submit our daily lives, decisions, and plans to the Lord’s will.

Acts 18:9-17 // Comfort in Corinth

Tue, 18 Jul 2023 21:56:04 -0700

Despite things going well in Corinth, Paul begins to see a familiar pattern emerging that usually ends with him being beaten within an inch of his life or thrown in prison, and having to flee persecution before he is murdered. But the Lord comes to Paul as he sleeps, speaks encouragement, and intervenes to change the course of events.

Acts 18:1-8 // Rest & Revival in Corinth

Wed, 12 Jul 2023 07:32:13 -0700

Paul moves on to the city of Corinth, where God "shepherds" Paul by leading him into a season of rest before returning him to full-time ministry with wonderful results.

Acts 17:18-34 // Paul’s Areopagus Address

Tue, 04 Jul 2023 11:26:52 -0700

Paul finds himself on the Acropolis of Athens before the Areopagus - the city’s rulers and leading philosophers, who ask him to share the message he has been preaching in the agora (the city’s marketplace).

Acts 17:10-17 // The Berean Benchmark

Tue, 27 Jun 2023 09:59:33 -0700

After being forced to flee Thessalonica due to persecution, Paul moves on to Berea, where he encounters a synagogue of “noble” men and women who receive the Gospel “with eagerness”.

Acts 17:2-9 // The Necessarily Offensive Gospel

Tue, 20 Jun 2023 10:09:28 -0700

Once again, Paul’s powerful Gospel preaching evokes strong reactions both positively and negatively, bringing new souls into the Kingdom and stirring up a mob that seeks to drive him and Silas out of Thessalonica with the charge that they are “turning the world upside down.”

Acts 17:2-4 // Evangelism in Thessalonica

Wed, 14 Jun 2023 10:46:34 -0700

When Paul and Silas left Philippi, they made their way to Thessalonica. And they didn’t waste any time before they began sharing the Gospel with the people there! As we look back at how Paul evangelized in that city, we can gain some practical insights that will help us share the good news of Jesus wherever He has placed us today.

Acts 16:35-17:1 // Ministering in Faith

Mon, 05 Jun 2023 11:17:15 -0700

In this Bible study, we’ll see the aftermath of Paul and Silas’ run-in with the city magistrates in Philippi, how they handled brutal persecution, and how the Philippian church grew in grace and sanctification by supporting Paul’s ministry.

Acts 16:19-34 // Persecuted Because of Jesus

Tue, 30 May 2023 08:34:58 -0700

While Paul, Silas, Timothy, and Luke were sharing the gospel in Philippi, Paul cast an evil spirit out of a slave girl. Their reward for working such a powerful miracle in the name of Jesus? Intense persecution. In this message, we’ll look at what happened in Philippi and learn how persecution is inseparable from the Christian faith.

Acts 16:6-18 // The Women of Philippi

Tue, 23 May 2023 09:56:45 -0700

Paul and his team take the Gospel into Europe for the first time starting with the city of Philippi, where they encounter two very different women - one a picture a freedom, the other a picture of slavery.

Acts 15:36-16:5 // Divided for the Greater Good

Tue, 16 May 2023 10:32:22 -0700

Paul and Barnabas have a heated disagreement, part ways, and head out on new journeys to visit the churches they had planted previously and preach the Gospel.

Acts 15:13-35 // The Jerusalem Council (Part 2)

Tue, 09 May 2023 10:31:14 -0700

The Apostle James settles the Jerusalem Council with a letter to the Antioch Church that calls Gentile Christians to cut all ties with pagan idolatry and sexual immorality and affirms their identity as full members of the Church.

Acts 15:1-12 // The Jerusalem Council (Part 1)

Tue, 02 May 2023 14:35:32 -0700

Paul, Barnabas, and some of the other brothers from Antioch journey to Jerusalem for the first apostolic council to answer the vital question, "What must a man do to be saved?"

Acts 14:19-28 // Through Trials

Mon, 24 Apr 2023 15:41:19 -0700

The crowd in Lystra goes from hailing Paul as a god one day to trying to stone him to death the next. We’ll look at what causes such dramatic changes in people’s attitudes toward the Gospel, and why it is God’s plan that we go through trials in this life.

Acts 14:1-18 // The Troublemaking Gospel

Fri, 21 Apr 2023 10:47:59 -0700

After being expelled from Pisidian Antioch, Paul and Barnabas head into the countryside and preach the Gospel in the provincial town of Lystra. After healing a lame man, the city responds by declaring them to be gods! We'll learn the Gospel always creates division, and we'll see how godly men respond to unhealthy amounts of praise and adoration.

Acts 13.42-52 // Continue in the Grace of God

Tue, 11 Apr 2023 10:12:21 -0700

Paul encourages those who converted to Christianity following his sermon to “continue in the grace of God.” We’ll examine what that means, what it looks like in the life of the believer, and how it proves our salvation.

Acts 13:13-41 // Paul Preaches in Pisidian Antioch

Tue, 04 Apr 2023 11:05:04 -0700

Paul powerfully preaches the Gospel to an audience of Jews and Gentile seekers in a synagogue in Pisidian Antioch.

Acts 13:4-12 // A Clash of Kingdoms

Tue, 21 Mar 2023 16:12:47 -0700

Paul and Barnabas set out with John Mark on their first missionary journey after being sent out from the Church in Antioch. They head to Cyprus, where thousands turn to follow Jesus and they end up in a discussion about the Gospel with the Roman governor of the island. However, there is a Rasputin-like figure lurking in the proconsul’s court who opposes the message of Paul, resulting in a clash between the kingdom of light and the kingdom of darkness.

Acts 13.1-3 // The Secret to Effective Ministry

Tue, 14 Mar 2023 16:09:33 -0700

As God calls Paul and Barnabas to be missionaries, we gain insight into how and when God speaks, and learn how every believer can find the power to effectively minister to those the Lord has placed in their life.

Acts 12.7-25 // Peter’s Miraculous Prison Break

Mon, 06 Mar 2023 17:26:47 -0800

As Peter sleeps in prison, scheduled to be executed the following day, he is visited by an angel who miraculously escorts him to safety. We’ll talk more about guardian angels, giving glory to God, and the difficult question of why God works miracles for some but not for others.

Choice 8: Recycling Pain

Mon, 27 Feb 2023 16:12:15 -0800

In the last lesson of our series and the last choice, we’ll learn the “Y” in our R-E-C-O-V-E-R-Y acrostic stands for “Yield.” It also stands for “You.” God wants you to yield to Him and allow Him to recycle the pain in your life for the benefit of others.

We’re going to answer two important questions in this message: “Why does God allow our pain?” And “How can we use our pain to help others?”

At the end of this message, Rachelle will share a bit of her story with us.

Choice 7: Maintaining Momentum

Tue, 21 Feb 2023 13:03:58 -0800

We’ve submitted, trusted, and committed. We’ve made room for God to make major changes in our life. But now, if we’re not careful, the dreaded R-word can creep into our life: Relapse.

If we don’t keep the positive momentum going, any one of us can relapse back into the old hurts, hang-ups, and habits that Jesus has been freeing us from. And this is what we’re going to be talking about in this message - how we can keep the momentum going so that we can experience more and more of the freedom God wants for us, instead of going back to where He saved us from.

At the end of this message, Randy will join us to share a bit of his testimony of how Jesus has been working on this process in his life.

Choice 6: Repairing Relationships

Tue, 14 Feb 2023 16:03:02 -0800

In Choice 6, we’re going to work on making “corrections” in some of our relationships by doing some relational repair work that involves a two-part process. We’ll start by looking at what’s involved in forgiving those who have hurt us, and then we’ll work on making amends for those we have hurt.

At the end of this message, we’ll hear from Heidi as she shares a bit of her story with us.

Choice 5: Making Changes

Thu, 09 Feb 2023 09:39:32 -0800

Because God loves you, God wants to change you. In this lesson, we’ll look at what a character defect is, and why it is so darn hard for us to get rid of them. And we’ll learn how to cooperate with God in His process of changing us.

At the end of the message, we’ll hear from a member of Gospel City Church, Kyle, as he shares some of his story with us.

Choice 4: Coming Clean

Tue, 31 Jan 2023 15:44:16 -0800

Wouldn’t it be nice if we could live without the fear that our past might catch up with us?

If we are ever going to recover from the hurts, hang-ups, and habits in our lives and know the joy of a pure heart, we’ll have to learn how to let go of our guilt and shame and gain a clear conscience.

In this lesson, we’ll learn about coming clean. It won’t be easy, but it is broken down into steps – and the results will change your life forever.

At the end of this message, BJ invites his wife, Jessica, to join him and she shares part of her story with us.

Choice 3: Letting Go

Mon, 23 Jan 2023 19:18:21 -0800

How do you break out of the cycle of despair?

If you’ve followed through on the first two choices in this series, you’re already moving out of this vicious cycle. You’ve made the “Reality Choice,” where you admitted your need. You’ve also made the “Hope Choice,” believing that you matter to God and that He has the power to help you.

Now you are ready to make the third choice, the “Commitment Choice,” where you make the decision to walk across the line. You take a step across that line of decision – a step toward God that says you are giving it all to Him and a step away from the old way of doing it all yourself.

If you haven’t made this choice as yet, it will be the most important choice in your life – the choice to accept Christ. For others who have already chosen Christ, this choice will mean a renewed commitment to let go of their lives and give them over to Christ’s care and control.

Choice 2: Getting Help

Mon, 16 Jan 2023 10:27:10 -0800

In last week’s message we learned that no matter how hard we try to keep everything under control, we are powerless to control our tendency to do wrong, and that makes our lives unmanageable.

In this week’s lesson we’ll talk about moving out of the role of playing God and into the role of receiving God’s power into our lives. We will also gain a vision of the hope and help God offers us.

Finally, we’ll get to hear from a member of Gospel City Church, Gem, as she shares a little bit of her story with us.

Choice 1: Admitting Need

Thu, 12 Jan 2023 10:34:22 -0800

As members of the human race, we all deal with life’s hurts, hang-ups, and habits. In this week’s lesson we’ll look at the cause of these hurts, hang-ups, and habits, their consequences, and their cure.

At the end of the message, we will be joined by one of the members of Gospel City Church, Marnin, who shares a little bit of his story with us.

Introduction to Life’s Healing Choices

Tue, 03 Jan 2023 07:55:06 -0800

We’ve all been hurt by other people, we’ve hurt ourselves, and we’ve hurt others. And, as a result, every single one of us ends up with some sort of hurt, hang-up, or habit. And the question we all face is, “Where do we go from here?”

Special Messages // The Picture of Christmas

Tue, 27 Dec 2022 21:16:30 -0800

There is one picture that captures the essence of Christmas better than any other. It’s a scene that unfolded on the very first Christmas day and conveys the point of the history-altering event...

Acts 12:5-6 // Sleeping in the Storm

Mon, 12 Dec 2022 17:37:04 -0800

The night before Peter was scheduled to be executed, we find him sleeping soundly in his prison cell. How is this possible? We’ll revisit the storm on the Sea of Galilee in search of answers.

Acts 11:19-12:4 // The Gospel Goes to the Gentiles (Part 3)

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 20:58:54 -0800

The Gospel explodes in the city of Antioch, as the first Jew/Gentile mixed church is born.

Acts 10:24-11:18 // The Gospel Goes to the Gentiles (Part 2)

Mon, 28 Nov 2022 18:08:56 -0800

Peter visits the household of Cornelius and preaches the Gospel. What happens next changes the course of history.

Acts 10:1-23 // The Gospel Goes to the Gentiles (Part 1)

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 16:57:20 -0800

God continues moving the Gospel outward toward the Gentiles, as He gives Peter a strange vision and commands him to go to the house of Cornelius, a Roman centurion.

Acts 9:32-43 // Glimpses of the Kingdom

Mon, 14 Nov 2022 20:34:16 -0800

The focus shifts from Saul to Peter, and we see God work two remarkable miracles through him as he travels across Judea, ministering to the scattered Church.

Acts 9:26-31 // Saul in Jerusalem

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 20:12:31 -0800

Three years after his astonishing conversion, Saul travels to Jerusalem seeking fellowship with the Apostles and the Church. His initial attempts are rejected, as the brothers wrestle with fear and prospect of walking through some very difficult forgiveness.

Acts 9:1-25 // Saul’s Miraculous Conversion

Tue, 01 Nov 2022 20:14:41 -0700

When Saul encountered Jesus on the road to Damascus, everything changed. In this study, we’ll examine the details of one of the most famous events in the Bible, and how it changed the course of history.

Acts 8:26-40 // Philip and the Ethiopian

Mon, 24 Oct 2022 20:14:13 -0700

The Gospel continues moving outward, as Philip is sent by the Lord to minister one-on-one to a marginalized Ethiopian Jew who is searching for God in one of the greatest Old Testament prophecies, the “Servant Song” of Isaiah 52 and 53.

Acts 8:1b-25 // The Gospel in Samaria

Tue, 18 Oct 2022 10:55:59 -0700

Persecution crashes down upon the young Church in Jerusalem, scattering her members across Judea, Samaria, and beyond. As they flee, they preach the Gospel and proclaim Jesus as the Messiah. This study focuses in on some amazing developments that unfold as the Gospel is preached in Samaria.

Acts 7:44-8:1a // Stephen (Part 3)

Fri, 07 Oct 2022 20:00:39 -0700

As we witness the final part of Stephen's address before the Sanhedrin, we learn what it looks like to follow Jesus in life and death.

Acts 7:9-43 // Stephen (Part 2)

Mon, 26 Sep 2022 22:02:54 -0700

Stephen continues his address to the Sanhedrin, highlighting Israel’s tragic history of rejecting God’s messengers and wasting opportunities to be delivered from slavery, exile, and aimless wandering.

Acts 6:8-7:8 // Stephen (Part 1)

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 17:12:22 -0700

Stephen was one of the greatest men who ever lived. In Part 1, we’ll study his rise to prominence in the Early Church, the adversity he encountered, how he answered charges of blasphemy brought against him, and what his message means for us today.

Acts 6:1-7 // A Healthy, Growing Church

Mon, 12 Sep 2022 20:25:47 -0700

In this message, we’ll examine 4 marks of a healthy, growing church. We can observe each of them on the Early Church in the Book of Acts. And by God’s grace, we will see these same marks on the local church today.

Acts 5:12-42 // Church Shouldn’t Be Boring

Tue, 06 Sep 2022 17:06:46 -0700

Why are so many people uninterested in the Church today? Why do unbelievers stay away? Why do a lot of believers seem indifferent? What if part of the reason is that much of the time, the Church is boring? But what if people experienced the Church today as it is recorded for us in the Book of Acts? “Boring” would be the last word you would use to describe the Church back then! And I think that this “un-boring” expression of the Church is what everyone in our world needs. And it’s the way that the Church should be. In this message, we'll take a peek at what the Early Church looked like and wrestle with what would need to happen for us to experience that same kind of life in our churches today.

Money and the Believer

Sun, 28 Aug 2022 21:47:52 -0700

How are Christians today supposed to view the issue of financial giving to the Church? Is there a difference between the old covenant commands given to Israel and the instructions given to the Church by Jesus and the Apostles? We’ll tackle these controversial questions by (as always) looking at Scripture and seeing what the Lord has to say to His people.

Acts 5:1-11 // No Room for Hypocrisy

Tue, 23 Aug 2022 09:40:27 -0700

The joy of the Church’s first few weeks of life is interrupted by two shocking deaths, as God sends a clear message to His Church about the seriousness of lying and hypocrisy.

Acts 4:32-37 // Not a Needy Person Among Them

Mon, 15 Aug 2022 20:43:55 -0700

As the Early Church continues to grow, the Holy Spirit stirs her members to radical financial generosity. As we study this move of God, we’ll discuss social justice, the mandate Jesus has given His Church, and how we can discern who we’re called to help as individuals, couples, families, and a church.

Acts 4:1-31 // Bold

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 13:27:01 -0700

A boldness marks the Church in the Book of Acts that was necessary in light of the persecution the Church faced back then. And this same boldness needs to mark the Church today if we are going to continue to follow Jesus faithfully in a world that stands in opposition to Him.

Acts 3 // Available

Mon, 01 Aug 2022 18:20:00 -0700

God works a miracle through Peter and John, who direct all the glory back to Jesus and call the gathering crowd to repent. Their example reveals the one thing those who desire to be used by God need to understand.

A Biblical Perspective on Abortion

Tue, 26 Jul 2022 13:36:58 -0700

How should Christians view the issue of abortion? Is it reasonable to expect non-believers to share our views? Is abortion sometimes necessary? Jeff dives into these important questions from biblical, ethical, logical, and medical perspectives to provide some answers.

Making Disciples (Part 2 Continued)

Wed, 20 Jul 2022 19:30:21 -0700

the early church devoted themselves to. We’ll contemplate how and why disciples of Jesus are to devote themselves to those same things in the Church today.

Acts 2:42-47 // Making Disciples (Part 2)

Wed, 20 Jul 2022 19:23:45 -0700

The work of making disciples is not finished after someone is born again. Jesus didn’t commission His Church to go and make converts; He commissioned us to go and make disciples. The real work of discipleship begins after a person becomes a Christian. In this message, we begin examining what discipleship looked like in the first months of the Early Church.

Acts 2:37-41 // Making Disciples (Part 1)

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 12:25:21 -0700

After Jesus rose from the dead He gave His disciples the command to go and make disciples. Then Jesus ascended to Heaven. And then His disciples waited and prayed for 10 days in Jerusalem until the Holy Spirit came upon them. That was the day the Church was born. And on the very first day the Church was born, we see the disciples of Jesus begin to do the very thing Jesus commanded them to do - make disciples.

Acts 2:14-41 // Peter’s Pentecost Sermon

Tue, 28 Jun 2022 14:47:58 -0700

As a gathering crowd reacts with astonishment to the supernatural phenomena occurring on the Day of Pentecost, Peter preaches the incredible first sermon of the Church Age.

The Gifts of the Spirit

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 17:00:00 -0700

Acts 2 reveals the gift of tongues for the first time in Scripture. But what about the other gifts of the Spirit mentioned by Paul in his epistles? This study will provide an overview of those gifts and their purpose in the Church today.

Acts 2:4 // Being Filled with the Spirit

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 10:21:56 -0700

What does it mean to be filled with the Holy Spirit? Jeff brings clarity to a subject too often made confusing, and explains why it is essential for every follower of Jesus.

Acts 2:4 // The Gift of the Tongues

Wed, 08 Jun 2022 11:16:36 -0700

What is the gift of tongues? Let’s look at what the Bible has to say and how it applies to us personally and collectively as the Church.

Acts 2:1-13 // Pentecost

Tue, 31 May 2022 16:22:04 -0700

Jeff walks through the miraculous events in the Upper Room on the Day of Pentecost, explains the differences between being saved, regenerated, and baptized with the Holy Spirit, and discusses what happened when Jesus breathed on the Disciples in John 20:22.

Acts 1:12-26 // Getting Ready

Wed, 25 May 2022 09:58:47 -0700

As the followers of Jesus wait in Jerusalem to be baptized with the Holy Spirit, Jeff highlights two vital ingredients that always precede a powerful move of God - obedience to Jesus and prayer.

Acts 1:4-11 // An Introduction (Part 2)

Tue, 17 May 2022 17:35:45 -0700

After Jesus rose from the dead, He spent 40 days with His disciples before ascending to Heaven before their very eyes. During these 40 days, He taught them about the Kingdom of God and shared some final words that not only shaped the rest of the disciples' lives but the Church itself for the past 2,000 years.

Acts 1:1-3 // An Introduction (Part 1)

Mon, 09 May 2022 15:59:43 -0700

The opening 3 verses of the Book of Acts set the stage for the incredible story of the Church.

Revelation 22 // Amen

Wed, 04 May 2022 11:00:32 -0700

Our study through the Book of Revelation concludes with a few more glimpses of the glorious New Jerusalem, followed by closing comments from John and Jesus.

Revelation 21:6-27 // The New Jerusalem

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 17:47:20 -0700

John is shown more details of the glorious and eternal future home of all who love the Lord, the New Jerusalem.

Revelation 21:1-5 // All Things New

Mon, 18 Apr 2022 15:31:19 -0700

Jesus reveals to John His incredible plan to once again create an earth and heavens from nothing, as we look to the Scriptures and dream together about the wonders of Heaven and the ages to come.

Revelation 20:7-15 // The Final Judgment

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 09:39:00 -0700

At the end of the Millennium, the universe ceases to exist and unbelievers are gathered together in the heavenly realms for the Great White Throne Judgment…

Revelation 20:1-6 // The Millennial Kingdom

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 11:00:00 -0700

As Jesus inaugurates the thousands years of His reign, we learn more about what life on the earth will be like in the Millennium.

Revelation 19:11-21 // The Second Coming (Part 2)

Mon, 28 Mar 2022 20:11:47 -0700

The moment of Jesus’ return has finally arrived! This study sees Jesus return to the earth with His saints at the Second Coming, to rule and reign from the throne of David in Jerusalem and usher in the thousand years of the Millennial Kingdom.

Revelation 19:1-10 // The Second Coming (Part 1)

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 11:00:00 -0700

Heaven rejoices over the destruction of Babylon and prepares for the Second Coming, including the marriage supper of the Lamb.

Revelation 18 // The Fall of Economic Babylon

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 11:23:10 -0700

Continuing God’s destruction of Babylon which began in Revelation 17, chapter 18 details the destruction of economic Babylon.

Revelation 17 // The Woman of Highly Questionable Character

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 22:56:18 -0800

Before the Second Coming in chapter 19, John is shown the destruction of mystical and literal Babylon, beginning with religious Babylon.

Why and How Pastors Fall

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 11:56:42 -0800

It’s a sad reality that if you’ve been around Christianity for more than 10 years, you’ve probably seen a pastor or ministry leader fall into moral failure. It can be shocking, deeply hurtful, and raise all kinds of difficult questions. In this special message, Jeff looks at some of the theological and practical issues around this subject, and the lessons we should learn for ourselves and our churches.

Flourish // Part 4 (BJ Chursinoff)

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 09:00:00 -0800

In the final message of this miniseries, we shift our focus to some essential truths God’s Word reveals about marriage.

Flourish // Part 3 (BJ Chursinoff)

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 17:43:17 -0800

In this message we’ll identify 4 lies many people believe about singleness, and then tackle a question for the ages: How can I know if God has called me to be single or to be married?

Flourish // Part 2 (BJ Chursinoff)

Mon, 07 Feb 2022 20:42:04 -0800

God designed our relationships to flourish, and yet we all experience brokenness in our relationships. What happened? Why is there such a big gap between what God intended for us and what we experience in our relationships today? In this message, we’ll look back at where it all went wrong, and see some of the ways we’ve been experiencing the fallout in our relationships ever since. But don’t worry - we’ll also discover that God has always had a plan to fix everything.

Flourish // Part 1 (BJ Chursinoff)

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 10:28:53 -0800

We open this message miniseries by examining God’s original design for the relationships He created for us to enjoy. It’s a study that takes us back to the beginning, and Genesis 1 & 2…

Revelation 15 & 16 // The 7 Bowl Judgments

Sun, 23 Jan 2022 17:00:00 -0800

We move into the final few weeks of The Great Tribulation as the Lord unleashes the 7 bowl judgments in rapid succession, in preparation of The Second Coming.

Revelation 14 // Additional Details

Mon, 17 Jan 2022 11:45:00 -0800

Before the main narrative resumes with the bowl judgments, John fills us in on various details from various times, to help round out our understanding of Revelation…

Revelation 13:11-18 // The Antichrist Regime (Part 2)

Mon, 10 Jan 2022 11:45:00 -0800

The infamous mark of the beast and the number 666 come into focus as a second “beast” emerges in the Great Tribulation…

Covid, the Government, and the Christian

Mon, 03 Jan 2022 18:02:56 -0800

In this unprecedented time of pandemic, public health orders, health concerns vs. civil liberties, how should the Christian and the Church respond? In this special message, Jeff looks at some key truths in the Scriptures that can help guide us through the coming days.

A Great Christmas Gift (BJ Chursinoff)

Mon, 27 Dec 2021 16:46:46 -0800

BJ talks about what makes a gift good, and why Jesus is the best gift.

Love // Part 2 (BJ Chursinoff)

Tue, 21 Dec 2021 13:21:05 -0800

One of the Gospel’s great mysteries is that God comes to dwell in His people the moment they are born again. God is love, and His love is poured into our hearts by way of His Spirit. We are meant to enjoy this love, but it is not meant for us alone. In this final message in our “Love” series, we’ll explore what it looks like to love other people with the love God has poured into us.

Revelation 13:1-10// The Antichrist Regime (Part 1)

Mon, 13 Dec 2021 11:45:00 -0800

John receives a vision that corresponds with a vision Daniel received hundreds of years earlier that is packed with shocking details regarding the rise of antichrist in The Tribulation.

Revelation 12:7-17 // How to Overcome

Mon, 06 Dec 2021 11:45:00 -0800

As we read of Satan’s enraged state in The Great Tribulation, we’ll learn about his 2 favourite tactics and the 3 powerful weapons God gives us to counter them.

Revelation 12:1-12:6 // The Enigma of Israel

Mon, 29 Nov 2021 11:45:00 -0800

Why has Israel, a relatively tiny people group and country, been such a lightning rod across the centuries? Where does anti-semitism come from? And what does it have to do with The Great Tribulation? In this study, we’ll dive into the enigma that is Israel, and find some answers.

Love // Part 2 (BJ Chursinoff)

Mon, 22 Nov 2021 21:15:28 -0800

God doesn’t love His people from a distance. God, who is love, takes up residence in every Christian the moment they place their faith in Jesus. If God’s love is in us, then why do we have such a hard time experiencing His love in a tangible way? If God is in us, then why does it feel like He’s not in us a lot of the time? We’ll wrestle with these classic questions of the Christian life in this message.

Revelation 11:3-11:19 //The Two Witnesses

Mon, 15 Nov 2021 11:45:00 -0800

As John continues filling us in on other events that have been unfolded during The Tribulation, we learn about two mysterious miracle-working prophets who appear in Jerusalem to preach for 3.5 years…

Revelation 10:1-11:2 // The Mighty Angel

Mon, 08 Nov 2021 11:45:00 -0800

Before the final wave of judgments hit the earth, Revelation takes a breather to fill us in on some other developments that have been unfolding during The Tribulation - including something currently unimaginable being built in Jerusalem...

Revelation 9 // Trumpets 5 & 6

Mon, 01 Nov 2021 11:45:00 -0700

After the angel's ominous warning of "Woe, woe, woe" at the end of chapter 8, trumpets 5 and 6 wreak exactly that upon the inhabitants of the earth, delivering horrific supernatural judgments.

Revelation 8 // The First 4 Trumpets

Mon, 25 Oct 2021 11:45:00 -0700

As the wrath of The Tribulation resumes, we discover that the 7th and final seal judgment consists of 7 trumpet judgments. In this study, we'll look at the first 4 - The Judgment of the Thirds.

Love // Part 1 (BJ Chursinoff)

Mon, 18 Oct 2021 10:42:03 -0700

Everybody loves the idea of love. But if we look around the world today, we see a lot of lovelessness. Why the disconnect? Perhaps we are confused about what love is and how it works. In this message, we will lay a foundation for understanding love. We pray this understanding will enable you to experience the love that we all desperately long for – the love we were made for.

Revelation 7 // The 144,000 and the Great Revival

Mon, 11 Oct 2021 11:45:00 -0700

Before the final seal judgment is opened, God pushes the PAUSE button to do something amazing involving the mysterious 144,000 and the greatest revival the world will ever see…

Revelation 6 // The First 6 Seals

Mon, 04 Oct 2021 11:45:00 -0700

With the Church safe in Heaven, the Day of the Lord arrives. As Jesus, the Lamb of God, opens the scroll that is the title deed to the earth, The Tribulation begins...

Revelation 5 // The Title Deed

Mon, 27 Sep 2021 11:45:00 -0700

Revelation 5 explains how our world became so broken and why it's stayed that way, before looking ahead to the glorious moment when things will begin to change as the only One who can make things right takes back ownership of the earth.

Revelation 4 // The Church in Heaven

Mon, 20 Sep 2021 11:45:00 -0700

After being raptured in Revelation 4:1, John finds Himself in the Throne Room of Heaven with the Church, where he witnesses the indescribable glory of God.

Membership in Gospel City Church (BJ Chursinoff)

Mon, 13 Sep 2021 11:45:00 -0700

Let's talk about how we will practice church membership at Gospel City Church. As always, the Word of God guides our steps...

Church Membership (BJ Chursinoff)

Mon, 06 Sep 2021 18:29:27 -0700

This message tackles 2 questions - "What is church membership?" and "Is it biblical?" We'll build a definition of church membership and then lay out the biblical case for it...

What is the Church? (BJ Chursinoff)

Mon, 30 Aug 2021 11:45:00 -0700

In this series, we are laying the foundation for church membership at Gospel City Church. We're starting with the question, “What is the Church?” because we cannot talk about membership in the Church until we have a good understanding of what the Church is!

Revelation 4:1-2 // The Rapture

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 11:45:00 -0700

Speaking of the doctrine of the Rapture, the late Chuck Missler said, “It’s the most preposterous doctrine in all of Christianity. The only thing it’s got going for it is that it’s unquestionably true.” In this message, we'll take a look at the Rapture's place in the Book of Revelation and what the rest of Scripture says about it.

Revelation 3:14-22 // The Church of the Laodiceans

Mon, 16 Aug 2021 11:45:00 -0700

In His most scathing assessment, Jesus writes to the church that will define the last days. The fact that we are living in the age of this church means we need to pay especially close attention to these serious warnings.

Revelation 3:7-13 // The Church at Philadelphia

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 11:45:00 -0700

Philadelphia is the church that every Christian should want to be identified with. In this study, we'll learn why Jesus loves this particular church so much, and how we too can bless Him by living the same way.

Revelation 3:1-6 // The Church at Sardis

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 11:45:00 -0700

Jesus addresses a church that was once vibrant and thriving but is now merely going through the motions, living off the reputation of their founders, traditions, and history. They claim to be alive but Jesus reveals the sober truth in no uncertain terms, telling them, "you are dead."

Revelation 2:18-29 // The Church at Thyatira

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 11:45:00 -0700

The 7 letters now reach the final 4 churches, which still exist (prophetically) today. Easily the most controversial of the 7 letters, Thyatira speaks of the Catholic Church.

Revelation 2:12-17 // The Church at Pergamos

Mon, 19 Jul 2021 11:45:00 -0700

After enduring horrific persecution, the Church at Pergamos is forced to contend with the temptation to compromise and split their devotion between Jesus and the world.

Revelation 2:8-11 // The Church at Smyrna

Mon, 12 Jul 2021 11:45:00 -0700

Jesus writes an encouraging letter to strengthen a church enduring intense persecution, and in the process encourages, challenges, and focuses us on what it means to be truly faithful to the Lord.

Revelation 2:1-7 // Introduction to the 7 Churches / The Church at Ephesus

Mon, 05 Jul 2021 11:45:00 -0700

Chapters 2 and 3 of Revelation contain letters written by Jesus to 7 churches. Each letter has multiple levels of application, and addresses different aspects of the Christian life. In this first letter, we learn just how much Jesus values relationship over religion.

Revelation 1 // The Star of the Show

Mon, 28 Jun 2021 11:45:00 -0700

John's incredible visions begin with an encounter with the King of Kings, Jesus. We'll learn how Jesus is at the centre of the Book of Revelation, how we can be blessed by studying it, and how the Old Testament is the key to understanding it.

Getting Ready for Revelation

Mon, 21 Jun 2021 11:45:00 -0700

Before we dive into the Book of Revelation, it's worth taking a moment to understand how we're going to approach the text and why we're going to approach it that way, and to familiarize ourselves with the differing primary views on this amazing book.

Baptism Sunday: 2 Pictures of New Life (BJ Chursinoff)

Mon, 14 Jun 2021 11:45:00 -0700

Pictures are powerful teaching tools. In this message, we look at two pictures that help us understand the new life that God wants to give to every single person. And at the end of the message, we hear the testimonies of six people from Gospel City who followed Jesus through the waters of Baptism on Sunday, June 13, 2021.

We Make Disciples (BJ Chursinoff)

Mon, 07 Jun 2021 11:45:00 -0700

The local church doesn't have to come up with a fancy, new, cutting-edge mission statement. We already have a mission. It was given to the Disciples after Jesus rose from the dead, and it’s been the mission of the Church ever since. Jesus calls His followers to make disciples. In this message, we'll discuss what fulfilling that mission statement can look like for Christians today.

We Love Jesus & People (BJ Chursinoff)

Mon, 31 May 2021 11:45:00 -0700

Love for God. Love for people. These are the two main things that Gospel City Church wants to be known for. But how do we actually do it? When it comes to loving God and loving people, it is often a case of “easier said than done.” In this message, we'll learn some truths that help make this kind of love possible.

We Believe the Bible (BJ Chursinoff)

Mon, 24 May 2021 11:45:00 -0700

Gospel City Church is a brand new church, and we don’t want to waste any time letting everyone know some of the most important stuff about us. In this first message, we start unpacking what we believe as a church by talking about what we mean when we say, "We believe the Bible."

Exodus 35-40 // Finishing the Work

Mon, 17 May 2021 11:45:00 -0700

Much of the final chapters of Exodus is a repeat of earlier chapters. Why? We'll dig into that question, learn a few other lessons, and examine some of the many ways Moses is a "type" who points ahead prophetically Jesus.

Exodus 34 // Re-establishing Relationship

Mon, 10 May 2021 11:45:00 -0700

When Moses comes down from Mount Sinai the second time, his face is glowing. In this study, we'll look at how we can radiate God's mercy, grace, patience, goodness, and truth to those around us.

Exodus 33 // God is With Us

Mon, 03 May 2021 11:45:00 -0700

As Moses steps into the role of mediator between God and the Israelites, we see an example of what Jesus has done for each of us. We'll also understand why God loves Moses so much, and grants his request for mercy toward the Israelites.

Exodus 32 // Stand on God's Promises

Mon, 26 Apr 2021 11:45:00 -0700

After looking at Aaron and his role in the golden calf incident in our previous study, we now shift our focus to Moses. Is it really true that in this chapter, Moses is able to convince God to change His mind? What's really going on? And what can we learn form it?

Exodus 32:1-6, 21-24 // The Fear of Man

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 11:45:00 -0700

The infamous "Golden Calf Incident" is shocking and puzzling. Perhaps strangest of all is the behaviour of Aaron - a godly man who, seemingly out of the blue, leads the nation of Israel into idolatry. Why? Let's dive into the text and find out...

Matthew 28:16-20 // Good Things to Know

Mon, 12 Apr 2021 11:45:00 -0700

After Jesus rose from the dead, He met His disciples at a mountain in Galilee. There He shared some final words before returning to Heaven. And from His final words, we draw our final message in our series on the Gospel of Matthew as we learn about some good things know for the Christian life.

Matthew 27:62-28:15 // The Resurrection is an Unstoppable Force (BJ Chursinoff)

Mon, 05 Apr 2021 11:45:00 -0700

Easter Sunday is also known as "Resurrection Sunday" because on the third day after His crucifixion, Jesus Christ rose from the dead. In this message we will learn why the resurrection of Jesus was unstoppable, and we will also see how the ripple effects of His resurrection are still being felt in our world today - 2,000 years after He walked out of the tomb.

Matthew 27:1-61 // Good Friday is Good (BJ Chursinoff)

Fri, 02 Apr 2021 20:30:00 -0700

A lot of bad things happened on Good Friday. But we don’t call it "Bad Friday" - we call it "Good Friday". In this message, we'll examine both the bad and the good that took place on the very first Good Friday and we will see why we ended up calling this Friday “good” instead of “bad.”

Exodus 30-31 // More on the Tabernacle

Mon, 29 Mar 2021 11:45:00 -0700

As God continues instructing Moses on the construction of the Tabernacle and its various aspects, we pull out several practical lessons for us as modern day believers.

Exodus 28-29 // You're in the Ministry

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 11:45:00 -0700

The Lord's instructions for the Tabernacle continue, as He gives specifications for the priesthood - illuminating for us the glorious ways in which believers are the priesthood of God on the earth today.

Exodus 26-27 // Pictures in the Tabernacle

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 11:45:00 -0700

The New Testament tells us that the Tabernacle was a "picture" of greater Heavenly realities, Jesus, and the Gospel. In this study, we'll take a tour of the Tabernacle and highlight some of the most powerful imagery it employs.

Exodus 25:23-40 // Instructions to Worship

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 10:45:00 -0800

Sometimes we need to get back to basics. In this study, we'll look at some of the instructions God gave Moses as He met with him in the cloud on Mount Sinai. And in so doing, we will learn what it means to worship God.

Exodus 25:10-22 // The Ark and the Mercy Seat

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 10:45:00 -0800

The Lord begins His instructions for building the Tabernacle by sharing with Moses the specifications for the famous Ark of the Covenant and the Mercy Seat. In this study, we'll see how these precious items pointed to Jesus and His saving work on the Cross.

Exodus 25:1-9 // God Among His People

Mon, 22 Feb 2021 10:45:00 -0800

As the Lord instructs Moses to build Him the Tabernacle, we learn some important truths about giving, why we sometimes find ourselves in the wilderness, and why personal holiness matters.

Exodus 24 // Covenant (BJ Chursinoff)

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 10:45:00 -0800

"Covenant" is not a word normally used in our everyday lives. We may not even know what a covenant is! But we need to know because covenants are a central theme that runs through the entire Bible. The Bible is actually made up of two covenants, or "testaments" – an old one and a new one. In Exodus 24, we witness Israel enter into a covenant with God. And in this message, we'll learn what that meant for them back then, and what it means for us as followers of Jesus today.

Exodus 32:20-33 // Little by Little

Mon, 08 Feb 2021 10:45:00 -0800

In God's plans for Israel, we find much encouragement and insight into how God works in our lives in His way and His timing.

Matthew 26 // Epilogue

Mon, 01 Feb 2021 10:45:00 -0800

In this study, we'll pause for a moment to look at where Jesus is, in His life and mission, at the end of Matthew 26. We're going to look back and look ahead. And in all this looking, we are going to see the incredible hope that is available to every person who places their faith in Jesus. It's a hope that we desperately need today because of the darkness that we too face in this life.

Matthew 26:47-75 // The Trial of Jesus Begins

Mon, 25 Jan 2021 10:45:00 -0800

Jesus is betrayed by Judas, and arrested in the Garden of Gethsemane. He is then taken to the house of Annas, who sends Him on to the house of Caiaphas (the acting high priest), who has summoned the Jewish religious leaders for illegal night trial of Jesus...

Matthew 26:39 // Love in the Garden (BJ Chursinoff)

Mon, 18 Jan 2021 17:30:00 -0800

It’s an emotional scene. Jesus is on His face in the Garden of Gethsemane. He is hours away from His upcoming crucifixion, and He is praying to His heavenly Father, begging Him for a way to circumvent the cross. In this one verse, we get a glimpse into the most passionate love that exists - the love between the Son and the Father. And in this message, we will learn how we can experience this kind of love in our lives too.

Matthew 26:30-46 // The Spirit is Willing...

Mon, 11 Jan 2021 17:30:00 -0800

Jesus leads His Disciples into the Garden of Gethsemane on the night He will be betrayed, where we see His Disciples fail Him in His hour of need. And we'll come face-to-face with the reality that we fail Jesus too. But there's good news in our Saviour's response to our failures...

Matthew 26:26-29 // Jesus Said What?

Mon, 04 Jan 2021 17:30:00 -0800

Throughout the 4 Gospels, Jesus constantly makes shocking and awesome statements. When we hear Jesus’ words repeatedly, we can easily grow numb to just how scandalous some of His statements are. His words can begin to sound almost normal to us. But His Words are anything but normal, and we'll look at an example in this message that takes place during the Last Supper, the night before Jesus is crucified.

Matthew 26:17-25 // A Simple Observation of Jesus

Mon, 28 Dec 2020 17:30:00 -0800

There are places in the Bible that give us a sneak peek into the life of Jesus and allow us to see the various ways He interacted with people. When given this kind of access, we would do well to pause and observe what God is really like. Be careful, though - if you spend enough time looking at the Saviour, you just might end up having your life changed forever!

Christmas 2020 // Nothing Can Touch Christmas (BJ Chursinoff)

Mon, 21 Dec 2020 16:30:00 -0800

Almost every aspect of the year 2020 has been negatively affected by the Corona virus. It has impacted our heath, economy, politics, education, and various religious practices. It has even altered the way we enjoy some of our favourite Christmas traditions due to the social distancing and health restrictions that have been put in place. Almost everything has been touched by COVID-19 this year.

But do you know one thing that a virus can never touch? It can’t touch the true meaning of Christmas. In this short Christmas message, we will be reminded of the untouchable, unshakable, unchangeable heart of what Christmas really is.

Christmas 2020 // We Need Jesus

Mon, 21 Dec 2020 16:30:00 -0800

In the midst of COVID-19 and a world increasingly spinning out of control, hope and peace are found in remembering what we still need most.

Matthew 26:14-16 // Jesus is the Sugar (BJ Chursinoff)

Mon, 14 Dec 2020 16:30:00 -0800

Why did Judas betray the Son of God for 30 pieces of silver? For the same reason that some people today spend a portion of their life following Jesus, then come to a point where they too decide it’s not worth following Him anymore.

In this message we will explore what lies at the heart of a decision to give up on Jesus – and what Christians can do to make sure we never “pull a Judas” at some point down the road in our own life.

Matthew 26:6-13 // Love is Poured Out (BJ Chursinoff)

Mon, 07 Dec 2020 17:30:00 -0800

One woman’s extravagant display of affection shows us what love toward God and others really looks like. And we are reminded once again that nobody loves us like God does.

Bible Prophecy Update (December 7, 2020)

Mon, 07 Dec 2020 15:23:44 -0800

In this special update, Jeff discusses the current state of the world and shares some Biblical insights to help Christians make sense of everything that's going on. We'll touch on COVID-19, climate change, the looming global debt crisis, the Great Reset, United Nations Agenda 2030, and more, and highlight some important things for Christians to remember in the days ahead.

If you find this video useful, please share it!

The Great Reset (World Economic Forum):
https://www.weforum.org/great-reset/

United Nations Agenda 2030:
https://www.un.org/sustainabledevelopment/development-agenda/

Full List of Agenda 2030 Indicators:
https://unstats.un.org/sdgs/indicators/database/

Matthew 26:1-5 // Absolute Certainty in an Uncertain World (BJ Chursinoff)

Mon, 30 Nov 2020 16:30:00 -0800

In these 5 verses, Jesus tells His disciples that in just two days He will be killed. And He was killed - just as He said He would be. In fact, everything that God says will happen ends up happening exactly as He declared. And in this message we'll learn how we can build our lives on that kind of certainty.

Exodus 23:2b-19 // Building a Godly Society (Part 5)

Mon, 23 Nov 2020 16:30:00 -0800

As we wrap up our study of the Book of the Covenant, God continues to give His people guidance on how represent Him rightly to each other and the surrounding nations. This final study touches on issues like priority, enemies, and worship.

Exodus 22:16-23:2a // Building a Godly Society (Part 4)

Mon, 16 Nov 2020 16:30:00 -0800

God's civil laws in the Book of the Covenant address topics such as pre-marital sex, marriage, social justice, and doing the right thing even when everybody else is doing the wrong thing.

Exodus 21:28-22:15 // Building a Godly Society (Part 3)

Mon, 09 Nov 2020 16:30:00 -0800

Through the Book of the Covenant, God continues to reveal His character and values, including principles like restitution and community responsibility.

Exodus 21:16, 18-27 // Building a Godly Society (Part 2)

Sun, 01 Nov 2020 19:30:00 -0800

Continuing through the Book of Covenant, we come across the issue of restitution and the difficult subject of abortion...

Exodus 21:12-15, 17 // Building a Godly Society (Part 1)

Mon, 26 Oct 2020 17:15:00 -0700

As the Book of the Covenant moves to deal with 4 capital offences, we gain some profound insights into things God cares deeply about. In this study, we'll examine the value of human life, how we are to relate to our parents, and why God has ordained certain offices of authority that may or may not be occupied by godly people.

Exodus 21:1-11 // The Elephant in the Room (BJ Chursinoff)

Mon, 19 Oct 2020 17:15:00 -0700

Pastor BJ discusses the controversial issue of slavery in the Bible, and why God doesn't seem to condemn it in the Book of the Covenant.

Exodus 20:22-23:19 // Introduction to the Book of the Covenant

Mon, 12 Oct 2020 17:15:00 -0700

As we prepare to study a section of Exodus known as "The Book of the Covenant", Pastor Jeff shares challenges raised by scholars and walks us through some key concepts to keep in mind when studying Scripture.

Exodus 20:18-26 // Right Worship

Mon, 05 Oct 2020 17:15:00 -0700

As we rejoin our study on the Book of Exodus, Pastor Jeff reminds us of what's happened up to this point. We then finish out chapter 20 by looking at Jesus as our Mediator and the importance of worshipping God as He desires to be worshipped.

Matthew 25:31-46 // Marks of a Kingdom Citizen (Part 2) (BJ Chursinoff)

Mon, 28 Sep 2020 17:30:00 -0700

As we wrap up chapter 25, Jesus has already explained that those who are saved have the Holy Spirit (the "oil"). But how do we know if we have the Holy Spirit? There's a definitive behaviour that shows up in the life of every true believer...

Matthew 25:14-30 // Marks of a Kingdom Citizen (Part 1) (BJ Chursinoff)

Sun, 20 Sep 2020 18:30:00 -0700

In light of the reality of eternity, how should we spend our lives? Jesus shares a compelling parable that helps us understand the most profitable way to live...

Matthew 25:1-13 // A Vivid Picture of the Coming Kingdom (BJ Chursinoff)

Sun, 13 Sep 2020 18:30:00 -0700

After sharing astounding prophecies with His Disciples in chapter 24, Jesus teaches them what they should do with this incredible information - beginning with the most important thing...

Matthew 24:36-51 // The King is Coming

Sun, 06 Sep 2020 18:30:00 -0700

Jesus shares more with Disciples about what the days leading up to the Rapture will look like, and then transitions to teaching on how we should live in light of these truths.

Matthew 24:29-35 // The Second Coming & Israel

Sun, 30 Aug 2020 18:30:00 -0700

Jesus wraps up His Olivet Discourse prophecies by talking about when He will return to the earth again at the Second Coming, and how Israel's miraculous return will mark the beginning of the end times "season".

Matthew 24:15-28 // The Abomination of Desolation

Sun, 23 Aug 2020 18:30:00 -0700

As Jesus continues His Olivet Discourse, He issues a warning that will save Jewish lives in the middle of the Tribulation...

Matthew 24:3-14 // Signs of the Times

Mon, 17 Aug 2020 08:00:00 -0700

Jesus begins the Olivet Discourse by prophesying about things that would happen in the lifetime of His Disciples, as well as the signs that will tell believers the end times are approaching.

Matthew 24:1-2 // Transitions (BJ Chursinoff)

Sun, 09 Aug 2020 06:15:00 -0700

Transitions happen in our lives, and they happened in Jesus’ life too. In this message, we'll highlight 3 transitions that took place in Jesus’ ministry after He left the Temple, and discover the lessons they teach us today.

Matthew 23:29-39 // Don't Kill the Messenger

Sun, 02 Aug 2020 17:25:00 -0700

As Jesus wraps up his famous "woes" teaching, he hits on the heavy subject of how we react when God sends a messenger into our lives.

Matthew 23:25-28 // Problem Solving (BJ Chursinoff)

Sun, 26 Jul 2020 17:25:00 -0700

Pastor BJ breaks down two of Jesus' "woes", levelled at the hypocritical religious leaders of His day and their feeble attempts to fix themselves through behavioural modification.

Exodus 20:17 // Coveting

Sun, 19 Jul 2020 17:25:00 -0700

As the Ten Commandments draw to a close, they conclude in a unique way: with a commandment addressing our internal thoughts and motivations...

Exodus 20:16 // False Witness

Sun, 12 Jul 2020 17:25:00 -0700

The 9th commandment forbids bearing false witness. What does that mean? Why do we do it? Pastor Jeff dives into the details...

Things Jesus Never Said // Go Do What Makes You Happy

Sun, 05 Jul 2020 17:25:00 -0700

“Do what makes you happy.” You’ve probably gotten this advice at some point in your life - but is it good advice? And did Jesus ever say it? Pastor Craig Groeschel gets to the bottom of why it’s so hard to find true happiness on Earth, why holiness and happiness aren’t mutually exclusive, and what Jesus really said in John 8 about joy and happiness. It wasn’t “Do what makes you happy.” It was far better!

We need to talk... // ...about deconstructionism

Sun, 28 Jun 2020 17:25:00 -0700

Why do people sometimes leave the Christian faith? In this message, Pastor Jeff dives into some of the main reasons and causes, showing a better way forward for believers and their families.

We need to talk... // ...about the end of the world

Sun, 21 Jun 2020 17:25:00 -0700

2020 has been so crazy, many people are asking, "Is this the beginning of the end of the world?" Join Pastor Jeff as he takes a look at what the Bible says about this, and why it deserves your attention.

We need to talk... // ...about racism

Sun, 14 Jun 2020 17:25:00 -0700

Pastor Jeff tackles this heavy subject by looking at what the Bible teaches about ethnocentrism, why the world looks so different from the Bible, and what we need to do next.

Exodus 20:15 // Stealing

Sun, 07 Jun 2020 17:25:00 -0700

The 8th commandment tackles one of the most prevalent evils in our society, and one that we engage in far more often than we probably realize.

Exodus 20:14 // Adultery

Sun, 31 May 2020 17:25:00 -0700

The 7th commandment deals with the devastating issue issue of adultery. The fact that we don't like to talk about this issue in church is exactly why it's so important that we do. Join Pastor Jeff as he looks at why God considers marital faithfulness to be such a serious subject.

Ravi Zacharias // He is Risen Indeed

Sun, 24 May 2020 17:25:00 -0700

In this classic message from 2013, Ravi Zacharias talks about the Resurrection by blending philosophy, storytelling, and Scripture as only he could.

Exodus 20:12-13 // Honour Your Parents and Do Not Murder

Sun, 17 May 2020 17:25:00 -0700

In this study we dig into the heart and meaning behind the 5th and 6th commandments: "Honor your father and your mother" and "You shall not murder".

Exodus 20:7-11 // The Lord's Name and the Sabbath

Sun, 10 May 2020 17:25:00 -0700

We take a look at the heart and meaning behind the 3rd and 4th commandments, regarding taking the Lord's name in vain and observing the Sabbath.

Exodus 20:1-5 // No Other Gods or Idols

Sun, 03 May 2020 17:25:00 -0700

God opens the Ten Commandments with, “You shall have no other gods before Me." We'll dive into what this means, as well as the second commandment to not worship idols.

Romans 7 & 8 // The Law (Part 2)

Sun, 26 Apr 2020 17:25:00 -0700

In this message, we dig into the Apostle Paul's masterful explanation of our current relationship to the Law. We'll learn why we're secure in the work of Jesus, and why the change that occurs at salvation is final.

Exodus 20 // The Law (Part 1)

Sun, 19 Apr 2020 17:25:00 -0700

God gives the Israelites the famous Ten Commandments as timeless moral laws. In this message, we'll look the purpose of the Law; what it reveals about who we are; and what it reveals about who God is.

Exodus 19 // Get Ready

Sun, 12 Apr 2020 17:25:00 -0700

The Book of Exodus shifts gears as the Israelites arrive at Mount Sinai, and prepare for an unprecedented encounter with God. And in the Lord's instructions, we find instruction for ourselves on how we can prepare for the Lord's imminent arrival.

Exodus 18 // You Need Help

Sun, 05 Apr 2020 17:25:00 -0700

Moses finds himself exhausted by the task in front of him. In kindness, God sends help, and teaches us about how we can avoid falling into the same weariness that beset Moses.

Exodus 17 // The Power of Prayer

Sun, 29 Mar 2020 17:25:00 -0700

Why does God allow us to go through times of spiritual dryness? Why doesn't God respond to all prayers immediately? Pastor Jeff digs into these questions and more, as we see God continue teaching His people to trust Him in the wilderness.

Exodus 16 // The Bread of Life

Sun, 22 Mar 2020 17:25:00 -0700

God continues teaching Israel (and us) vital lessons about the life of faith, this time through the provision of a miraculous food source known as "manna".

Exodus 15 // Sing on Both Sides of the Crisis

Sun, 15 Mar 2020 17:25:00 -0700

In the same chapter, we see the Israelites move from praise to complaining. In the process, we learn about the power of praise and discover a sure-fire way to make any bitter situation sweet.

Exodus 14 // Crossing Over

Sun, 08 Mar 2020 17:25:00 -0700

As the Israelites find themselves find themselves pinned down in an impossible situation, with disaster bearing down upon them, God works one of the great miracles of the Old Testament and teaches us about faith in the process.

Exodus 12:40-13:22 // Lessons Along the Way

Sun, 01 Mar 2020 16:25:00 -0800

As Israel finally leaves Egypt, the Lord institutes two feasts to help them remember what He has done for them. We'll also learn why the Lord often takes our lives along the "scenic route", rather than the most direct path.

The Vow of Purity

Sun, 23 Feb 2020 16:25:00 -0800

It’s difficult to build a life of righteousness on a foundation of sin. In the fourth and final installment of "The Vow", Pastor Jeff offers marriage help regarding sexual purity.

The Vow of Partnership

Sun, 16 Feb 2020 16:25:00 -0800

Your marriage will be as good as you both decide it will be. In Week 3 of "The Vow", Pastor Jeff discusses the importance of marriage partnership and commitment.

The Vow of Pursuit

Sun, 09 Feb 2020 16:25:00 -0800

To get what you once had, you must do what you once did. In Week 2 of "The Vow", Pastor Jeff offers marriage advice about the importance of continually pursuing your spouse.

The Vow of Priority

Sun, 02 Feb 2020 16:25:00 -0800

Right priorities are the key to a healthy life. A healthy relationship with God produces a healthy marriage, and a healthy marriage produces healthy children.

Exodus 11:1-12:39 // Passover

Sun, 26 Jan 2020 16:25:00 -0800

The Passover Lamb is the Old Testament picture of Jesus. In this study, we'll dive deep into the imagery and parallels that help us understand just how precious Jesus' sacrifice for us truly was (and is).

Exodus 9:1-10:29 // No Compromise

Sun, 19 Jan 2020 16:25:00 -0800

As plagues 5-9 hit Egypt, Pharaoh continues to tempt Moses to compromise - just as Satan tempts us to compromise...

Exodus 7:14-8:32 // I'll Do It... Tomorrow

Sun, 12 Jan 2020 16:25:00 -0800

As the plagues begin to fall upon Egypt, we see much of ourselves in Pharaoh's irrational behaviour...

Exodus 6:9-7:13 // Enduring Discouragement

Sun, 05 Jan 2020 16:25:00 -0800

Moses' response to discouragement reveals one of the major reasons God used him so greatly...

Things Jesus Never Said // You Don't Need to Forgive THEM!

Sun, 29 Dec 2019 16:25:00 -0800

“I forgive you.” How is it so hard to say that sometimes? In this message, Pastor Craig Groeschel takes a look at letting go of our grudges, loving the people who have hurt us, and learning to say “I forgive you” - and mean it.

Our Greatest Need, God's Greatest Gift

Sun, 22 Dec 2019 16:25:00 -0800

In this special Christmas devotional, Pastor Jeff shares on a hope that never disappoints.

Exodus 5:1-6:8 // "I Will"

Sun, 15 Dec 2019 16:25:00 -0800

God tells Moses that He wants His people set free to worship Him but Pharaoh has other ideas. What do we need to remember when we step out in faith to obey God... and everything seems to get worse?

Exodus 4:18-31 // The Ministry at Home

Sun, 08 Dec 2019 16:25:00 -0800

Pastor Jeff tackles two challenging sections of Scripture - God's hardening of Pharaoh's heart, and the bizarre "bridegroom of blood" incident.

Exodus 3:13-4:17 // Excuses

Sun, 01 Dec 2019 16:25:00 -0800

As Moses continues to converse with God at the burning bush, it becomes clear that he really, really does not want to accept the assignment God is calling him to...

Exodus 3:1-12 // Moses, Meet God

Sun, 24 Nov 2019 16:25:00 -0800

After living in Midian for 40 years as a fugitive, Moses has a life-changing encounter with God, who calls him to take on a seemingly impossible task...

Exodus 2 // Moses' Origins Story

Sun, 17 Nov 2019 16:25:00 -0800

Learn the incredible backstory behind the the famous deliverer of Israel, Moses.

Exodus 1 // Setting the Scene

Sun, 10 Nov 2019 16:25:00 -0800

As the epic of Exodus opens we find Israel in Egypt, centuries after the death of Joseph, in bondage and slavery...

What Does It All Meme? // I Like Christ But Not Christians

Sun, 03 Nov 2019 16:25:00 -0800

How should Christians respond to the famous Gandhi quote, "I like your Christ, I do not like your Christians. Your Christians are so unlike your Christ."? Was Hitler a Christian?

What Does It All Meme? // Conditioned to Believe?

Sun, 27 Oct 2019 17:25:00 -0700

Are you only a Christian because you were raised as one? Is it arrogant to believe that only Christianity is right, in a world with thousands of "gods"? Is it delusional to believe all those other gods are fictional but Jesus really is God? Pastor Jeff tackles these classic modern objections to the Christian faith using reason and logic.

What Does It All Meme? // A Recycled Redeemer?

Sun, 20 Oct 2019 17:25:00 -0700

Is the Biblical Jesus just a myth stolen from earlier pagan myths?

Galatians 6:11-18 // Boasting in the Cross

Sun, 13 Oct 2019 17:25:00 -0700

Why is the Cross of Jesus worth boasting about? As Paul wraps up his letter to the Galatians, he reminds us of the blessings we enjoy because of what Jesus has done for us...

Galatians 5:26-6:1 // Dealing with Our Issues

Sun, 06 Oct 2019 17:25:00 -0700

Paul wraps up chapter 5 by giving us some profound insights into the way conceit affects us, and then opens chapter 6 by tackling the difficult question, "How is the Church supposed to respond to a church member who refuses to repent of their sin?"

Galatians 5:26-6:1 // Dealing with Our Issues

Sun, 29 Sep 2019 17:25:00 -0700

Galatians 5:19-25 // The Spirit vs. The Flesh

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 17:25:00 -0700

After calling believers to walk in the Spirit, Paul presents us with 2 lists of behaviors and attitudes - those produced by the flesh, and those produced by the Spirit. Both lists help us to evaluate ourselves and the path we want to pursue in life.

Galatians 5:13-18 // Walk in the Spirit

Sun, 15 Sep 2019 17:25:00 -0700

If all our sins are forgiven... why not just indulge in sin? Paul answers this question, and illuminates a better way, in this practical and helpful study.

Galatians 5:1-12 // Bondage or Freedom

Sun, 08 Sep 2019 17:25:00 -0700

Paul warns the Galatians not to tolerate even a hint of legalism, and explains why it's so important to stand in the radical freedom of the Gospel.

Hope In The Dark // Embracing God In The Valley

Sun, 01 Sep 2019 17:25:00 -0700

How do you hold onto faith when there seems to be no hope or answer? In this special guest message from Pastor Craig Groeschel of LIFECHURCH.tv, we'll find out.

How Do We Know We're Saved?

Sun, 25 Aug 2019 17:25:00 -0700

In this special message, Pastor Jeff takes a look at what the Bible says about the evidence of salvation in a person's life.

Galatians 4:21-31 // Are You Isaac or Ishmael?

Sun, 18 Aug 2019 17:25:00 -0700

While the Judaizers harassed the Galatians with the question, "Are you a real son of Abraham or not?" Paul posed a more important question: "WHICH son of Abraham are you?" The answer is the difference between freedom and bondage...

Galatians 4:12-20 // Love & Confrontation

Sun, 11 Aug 2019 17:25:00 -0700

After laying out his ironclad case for salvation by faith alone, Paul shifts gears and goes out of his way to make sure that his love for the Galatians doesn't get lost or overlooked in the midst of the difficult conversation they're having. Paul's example has a lot to teach us about loving people well, during times of necessary conflict.

Galatians 3:26-4:11 // Adopted

Sun, 04 Aug 2019 17:25:00 -0700

Paul continues working his way through the implications of the Gospel by revealing the incredible truth that in addition to salvation, we have also received adoption into the family of God through faith in Jesus. We have been made full sons and daughters of God!

Galatians 3:19-25 // What is the Law For?

Sun, 28 Jul 2019 17:25:00 -0700

After explaining why the Law is powerless to save anybody, Paul tackles the obvious question, "Then what is the point of the Law?"

Galatians 3:10-18 // The Hope of the Promise

Tue, 23 Jul 2019 15:21:08 -0700

Reaching back to Habakkuk 2:4, "the just shall live by faith", Paul shares how God has saved us from the curse of the Law and instead won us the blessings of salvation by faith.

Hope In The Dark // Waiting On God

Sun, 14 Jul 2019 18:25:00 -0700

In this special guest message from Pastor Craig Groeschel, we'll look at what to do when you're waiting on God... and nothing seems to be happening.

Galatians 3:1-9 // Simple Faith

Sun, 07 Jul 2019 18:25:00 -0700

In his letter to the Galatians, the Apostle Paul moves on to his teaching on grace. Specifically, justification by faith - the glorious truth that we are not saved by anything we do but solely by faith in what Jesus has done.

Galatians 2:11-21 // The Straightforward Gospel

Sun, 30 Jun 2019 18:25:00 -0700

When Peter visits Paul's church in Antioch, he falls back into a works-based salvation doctrine, and Paul has to get in his face to lovingly set the record straight about how we are saved.

Galatians 2:1-10 // Paul's Testimony (Part 2)

Sun, 23 Jun 2019 18:25:00 -0700

Continuing his personal testimony, Paul shares with the Galatians what happened when he went up to Jerusalem to meet with the Apostles and settle the issue of whether we are saved by grace or by works.

Galatians 1:11-24 // Paul's Testimony (Part 1)

Sun, 16 Jun 2019 18:25:00 -0700

To encourage the believers in Galatia and refute the false accusations of the Judaizers, Paul shares his testimony and the story of his personal encounter with the radical grace of God.

Galatians 1:10 // The Bondservant of Christ

Sun, 09 Jun 2019 18:25:00 -0700

You can please people or please God. You can offend people or offend God. Using the example of a bondservant, Paul encourages and challenges us with what it means to truly live for Jesus.

Galatians 1:1-9 // The True Gospel

Sun, 02 Jun 2019 18:25:00 -0700

Paul comes out firing, right off the bat, in his passionate letter to the Galatian believers. Because they had begun returning to a performance-based belief system, Paul reminds them of the true Gospel - that God has done everything to secure our salvation.

Home Sweet Home // Part 3

Sun, 26 May 2019 18:25:00 -0700

In this message we dive into the subject of family identity and values, and look at the vision statement that every Christian family is called to...

Home Sweet Home // Part 2

Sun, 19 May 2019 18:25:00 -0700

In this message we talk about the best approach to take when it comes to parenting, guiding, correcting, and disciplining the children God has entrusted to us.

Home Sweet Home // Part 1

Sun, 12 May 2019 18:25:00 -0700

In Part 1 of this series we check in on our marriages, and a couple of the most important things couples can do to keep their relationship healthy...

2 Thessalonians 3 // Do Not Grow Weary

Sun, 05 May 2019 18:25:00 -0700

As Paul wraps up his his second letter to the Thessalonians, he includes some challenging yet practical commands regarding the believer and work, and one of the great encouragements in all of Scripture - "do not grow weary in doing good."

2 Thessalonians 2:8-17 // The Strong Delusion

Sun, 28 Apr 2019 18:25:00 -0700

After reminding the Thessalonian believers that the Day of the Lord will not begin until the Church has been raptured and Antichrist revealed, Paul goes on to explain exactly why the world will follow after Antichrist and respond positively to his claim to be God.

Easter 2019 // The Story of Reality

Sun, 21 Apr 2019 18:25:00 -0700

In this overview of how the Bible describes reality, we'll examine the Christian worldview in the format of a story...

2 Thessalonians 2:1-7 // We Go First

Sun, 14 Apr 2019 18:25:00 -0700

Paul seeks to clear up the Thessalonians' confusion over the timing of end times events by reminding them that 2 very specific things must take place before the Day of the Lord can begin...

2 Thessalonians 2 // Don't Escape, Graduate

Sun, 07 Apr 2019 18:25:00 -0700

Paul's second epistle to the Thessalonians begins with him encouraging them that the trials they're persevering through prove the authenticity of their faith. We'll take a look at how we're to approach trials in our own lives, and learn why we might need to change the way we pray in those difficult seasons...

1 Thessalonians 5:12-28 // Walking the Walk

Sun, 31 Mar 2019 18:25:00 -0700

As Paul closes his first letter to the Thessalonians, he reminds them of several instructions - "commandments" - that he previously shared with them. Simple, yet profound, they contain some crucial counsel on how to have a healthy church and a vibrant individual relationship with the Lord.

1 Thessalonians 5:1-11 // Going Up (Part 3)

Sun, 24 Mar 2019 18:25:00 -0700

In Part 3 of our study on the Rapture of the Church, we'll learn about "the day of the Lord". We'll also read an incredible statement from the Apostle Paul about the wrath of God, which will clear up all kinds of confusion related to the end times.

1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 // Going Up (Part 2)

Sun, 17 Mar 2019 18:25:00 -0700

In Part 2 of our study on the Rapture of the Church, we'll look at some other key Bible passages, and tackle some of the most popular objections to the doctrine of the Rapture.

1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 // Going Up (Part 1)

Sun, 10 Mar 2019 18:25:00 -0700

What is the Rapture of the Church, and why does the Apostle Paul say that it should be a comfort to believers? In the first of 2 messages on this often-misunderstood doctrine, we'll walk though Paul's explanation to the Thessalonians.

1 Thessalonians 3:1-4:12 // Trials & Temptations

Sun, 03 Mar 2019 17:25:00 -0800

As Paul thanks God for the faith of the Thessalonian believers, he also encourages them to persevere in their trials and follow God's will for them. Specifically, Paul addresses the area of sexuality with his trademark clarity...

1 Thessalonians 2 // The Secret to Loving Well

Sun, 24 Feb 2019 17:25:00 -0800

As Paul reminds the Thessalonian church how he and Silas behaved when they were with them, he also gives us some meaningful insights into how we can love people in the best possible way.

1 Thessalonians 1 // Genuine Faith

Sun, 17 Feb 2019 17:25:00 -0800

As we learn about Paul, the author of 1 Thessalonians, and the young church in Thessalonica, we also learn about the 3 characteristics of genuine Christian faith - the 3 marks of an authentic conversion.

Part 4: The Peace of God

Sun, 10 Feb 2019 17:25:00 -0800

The Bible talks a lot about the peace of God but how do we actually experience it? In this message we'll look at what God's Word tells us about the practical steps we can take to live in the peace of God.

Part 3: Reframing

Sun, 03 Feb 2019 17:25:00 -0800

While you can't control what happens TO you, you can control how you FRAME it - 'how you assign MEANING to the things that happen to you. In this message, we'll learn how to harness the power of framing and process things through the lens of God's Word.

Part 2: Training Your Mind

Sun, 27 Jan 2019 17:25:00 -0800

If we want to change the way we think, what sort of daily practices do we need to start adding to our lives?

Part 1: Winning the War in Your Mind

Sun, 20 Jan 2019 17:25:00 -0800

How do change our thinking so that our thoughts line up with the truth of God's Word? In this foundational message, we'll look at what the Bible says about how we can capture our thoughts and begin to change our old, negative ways of thinking.

Genesis 49-50 // A Good Ending

Sun, 13 Jan 2019 17:25:00 -0800

As the lives of Jacob and Joseph come to and end, we are given an incredible prophetic glimpse at the future of the Children of Israel, as well as some practical advice about family and relationships.

Genesis 47-48 // A Season Of Blessing And Rest

Sun, 06 Jan 2019 17:25:00 -0800

As Jacob lies on his deathbed, he blesses Joseph and his 2 grandsons and offers words that point to the greatest comfort any person can have in this life...

Hope In The Dark // Where Are You, God?

Sun, 30 Dec 2018 17:25:00 -0800

In this special guest message from Pastor Craig Groeschel, we'll talk about what to think and do when life starts getting incredibly difficult but God doesn't seem to be doing anything about it.

Christmas 2018 // Peace On Earth?

Sun, 23 Dec 2018 17:25:00 -0800

While the idea that peace came to the earth along with Jesus, our everyday experiences tell us that isn't true! So, is peace possible for and I?

Genesis 45-46 // Reunited

Sun, 16 Dec 2018 17:25:00 -0800

How do you move when you've been deeply hurt or wounded by somebody? How do you break free from bitterness caused by things that took place in your past? The incredible story of Joseph and his family shows us that God can heal and restore like no one else can...

Genesis 43-44 // The Breaking Point

Sun, 09 Dec 2018 17:25:00 -0800

As Joseph continues orchestrating events and testing his brothers, they finally reach the point of true repentance where restoration can begin to take place. Join us as this incredible story continues unfolding, teaching us invaluable lessons of faith along the way.

Genesis 42 // A Glorious Secret

Sun, 02 Dec 2018 17:25:00 -0800

As improbable as Joseph's rise to the throne in Egypt was, even more remarkable is what happens next - the same brothers who sold him into slavery end up bowed down before him, seeking food from him, completely unaware of who he really is...

Genesis 40-41 // From The Prison To The Palace

Sun, 25 Nov 2018 17:25:00 -0800

As God moves in Joseph's life yet again, he undergoes the most incredible transformation - rising from prison all the way to the palace of Pharaoh, where is he is placed in charge of the entire country of Egypt! We'll also continuing looking at all the amazing ways Joseph's life points to Jesus' life, ministry, death, and resurrection.

Genesis 39 // Trust The Process

Sun, 18 Nov 2018 17:25:00 -0800

Just as Joseph's influence and reputation are growing to amazing heights, he finds himself in prison after being falsely accused of attempted rape. His story gives us some incredible lessons on faith, perseverance, dealing with sexual temptation, and continuing to trust God through life's up downs.

Genesis 38 // The Hypocrite And The Hooker

Sun, 11 Nov 2018 17:25:00 -0800

Our story takes a strange left-turn away from Joseph in order to use his brother, Judah, as a contrasting figure. The result is a chapter packed with hard lessons and difficult truths regarding judging, hypocrisy, and repentance...

Genesis 37 // Joseph & Jesus

Sun, 04 Nov 2018 17:25:00 -0800

As we begin studying Joseph, it quickly becomes apparent that his life points ahead, prophetically, to the life of Jesus. The parallels are absolutely incredible and give us reminders as well as fresh insights into the earthly ministry of our Savior...

Genesis 35 // Back To The House Of God

Sun, 28 Oct 2018 18:25:00 -0700

With his life falling apart, God calls Jacob back to Bethel - the house of God. In this message, we'll discover what we can expect when we return to the Lord after a time of wandering from Him, and how we can start getting back to that place of relationship with Him.

Genesis 33 & 34 // Outside The Will Of God

Sun, 21 Oct 2018 18:25:00 -0700

As Jacob comes face-to-face with his brother Esau, we are treated to a lesson in reconciliation and how we can experience it in our own fractured relationships...

Genesis 32 // Pain And Prayer

Sun, 14 Oct 2018 18:25:00 -0700

As Jacob wrestles with confronting his brother, Esau, after 20 years, he ends up wrestling with God Himself - in the flesh and in prayer. And we are blessed with some life-changing insights into praying powerful prayers and God's purpose in allowing pain in our lives.

Genesis 31 // A Quick Exit

Sun, 07 Oct 2018 18:25:00 -0700

As his situation sours, Jacob has to make a move. And as he does, we gain some encouraging reminders that the Lord is able to cause us to come out blessed, even from difficult situations.

Genesis 30 // Misplaced Hope

Sun, 30 Sep 2018 18:25:00 -0700

In this study we're reminded that everybody looks to something for hope and purpose. And when that something is anything other than God, the result is always disappointment...

Genesis 29 // Sowing And Reaping

Sun, 23 Sep 2018 18:25:00 -0700

Jacob, our resident trickster, finds himself deceived by his own uncle in a way that will cost him 7 years of his life. But along with the deception comes the invaluable lesson of sowing and reaping - a principle that dramatically affects everything about our lives...

Genesis 27:41-28:22 // Time To Move

Sun, 16 Sep 2018 18:25:00 -0700

Sometimes the only way God can get us to move is by giving us no other option. As Jacob faces this exact scenario, he discovers the glorious truth that God is with him wherever he goes...

Genesis 26:12-27:41 // Family Matters

Sun, 09 Sep 2018 18:25:00 -0700

As Jacob and Esau's relationship heads toward disaster, we given some valuable lessons on family, relationships, and the all-important truth that God does not need our help!

Genesis 25:23-26:11 // The Place Of Compromise

Sun, 02 Sep 2018 18:25:00 -0700

As our story shifts to the lives of the twins Jacob and Esau, the familiar theme of the flesh and the spirit comes up yet again to reveal more about the daily struggles we face within ourselves.

Genesis 25:9-22 // Some Keys For Relationships

Sun, 26 Aug 2018 18:25:00 -0700

After solving a fascinating mystery from the last few chapters, our study moves to revealing the key to restoring broken relationships and some vital lessons for every marriage.

Genesis 24:27b & 25:1-8 // Experiencing God

Sun, 19 Aug 2018 18:25:00 -0700

As Abraham, the Father of Faith, reaches the end of his earthly life, we take a closer look at the issue of faith and how it works in the life of the believer...

Genesis 23 & 24 // Losing And Gaining A Loved One

Sun, 05 Aug 2018 18:25:00 -0700

How should a believer deal with the death of a loved one? In these 2 chapters we'll watch Abraham walk through the loss of his wife, Sarah, while his son, Isaac, receives the comfort of his own wife, Rebekah.

Genesis 21:22-22:24 // The Father's Perspective

Sun, 29 Jul 2018 18:25:00 -0700

There aren't many more shocking and disturbing accounts in the Bible than God asking Abraham to sacrifice his only son, Isaac. So, what's really going on in this strange tale? Dive deep as we discover the incredible truth layered in Genesis 22...

Genesis 21:1-21 & Galatians 4:21-31 // Flesh vs. Spirit

Sun, 22 Jul 2018 18:25:00 -0700

As the birth of Abraham's long-awaited son, Isaac, finally arrives, we learn about the importance of trusting God's promises across long periods of time. We'll also gain a deeper understanding of what the war between our flesh and spirit is all about, and what we can do about it.

Genesis 20 // The Old Pathways

Sun, 15 Jul 2018 18:25:00 -0700

After 25 years or miracles and God's favour, Abraham effortlessly slips back into an old sin. In this study, we'll dive into how this happens in our lives, and we'll also be encouraged by what we can still do for those we can't minister to.

Genesis 19 // Grace To Cover A Lot

Sun, 08 Jul 2018 18:25:00 -0700

As we examine the train wreck of Lot's life that is laid out in Genesis 19, the New Testament commentary on his life reveals a shocking, almost unbelievable truth...

Genesis 19:1-26 // The Days Of Lot

Sun, 01 Jul 2018 19:15:00 -0700

As we reach one of the strangest and most controversial chapters of the Bible, we parallel a very specific and fascinating End Times prophecy given by Jesus with the circumstances surrounding the destruction of the ancient cities of Sodom and Gomorrah.

Genesis 18 // Too Wonderful

Sun, 24 Jun 2018 18:25:00 -0700

In this encouraging chapter, we're reminded just how wonderful our God is, and that it's never too late for Him to do something incredible in our lives. We'll also see why the character of God clearly points to the Rapture of the Church in the End Times.

Genesis 17 // Cut It Out

Sun, 17 Jun 2018 18:25:00 -0700

As we make our way along the journey of faith, we'll inevitably reach a point where our next step will involve cutting something out of our life that is holding us back from where the Lord wants to take us. In this study, we'll be reminded of some fundamental truths about obedience to the Lord and how it can radically change our lives.

Genesis 16 // Expedience vs. Obedience

Sun, 10 Jun 2018 18:25:00 -0700

As Abram encounters his next faith test, he's faced with a choice between making something happen now or waiting on God's timing. It's a situation we all face sooner or later, and there's a lot we can learn from Abram's mishandling of it...

Genesis 15 // The Covenant Keeper

Sun, 03 Jun 2018 18:25:00 -0700

The greatest hope we have is that our salvation and future were provided for and secured by Jesus, not us. We'll see an incredible example of this unfold all the way back in Genesis, as Abram encounters the God who doesn't meet us halfway but takes care of everything instead.

Genesis 13-14 // Growing In Faith

Sun, 27 May 2018 18:25:00 -0700

As Abram's faith grows, we see it transform his into a man of courage, grace, and wisdom. We'll also encounter the mysterious figure of King Melchizedek - a man who far more than a man...

Genesis 11:10-12:20 // Stumbling Into Faith

Sun, 20 May 2018 18:25:00 -0700

The Genesis narrative now shifts to "The Father of Faith", Abram/Abraham. Be encouraged as we follow his first few stumbling steps of faith and learn about the importance of responding to God's call quickly, as it always leads to unexpected blessings...

Genesis 10-11:9 // Nimrod & Babylon

Sun, 13 May 2018 18:25:00 -0700

Genesis 10 reveals the tragic generational fallout of Ham's sin from the previous chapter, while Genesis 11 tells the strange and disturbing tale of the construction of the Tower of Babel under the leadership of "antichrist version 1.0", Nimrod.

Genesis 9 // The Danger Of Comfort

Sun, 06 May 2018 18:25:00 -0700

As Noah and his family settle into life on the post-Flood earth, God shares with him the importance of society and government being built on the principle that life is sacred. And as Noah gets comfortable, he becomes vulnerable to sin... and gets involved in a disastrous situation.

Genesis 8 // The New World

Sun, 29 Apr 2018 18:25:00 -0700

As the Flood recedes, a new world is revealed and Noah teaches us about the importance of honoring God as our must urgent priority.

Genesis 7 // The Flood

Sun, 22 Apr 2018 18:25:00 -0700

As the Great Flood destroys the earth, the entire future of planet earth huddles together inside the Ark. In this study, we'll dig into all the stories behind one of the most well-known and fantastic accounts in the Bible, and be amazed by how much of it speaks to us today.

Genesis 6 // The Days of Noah

Sun, 15 Apr 2018 18:25:00 -0700

In one of the strangest chapters in the Bible, we are told the real reason for the catastrophic Flood of Noah - and it's not what you were taught in Sunday School...

Genesis 5 // God's Plan

Sun, 08 Apr 2018 18:25:00 -0700

Chapter 5 takes us back to the first wedding ceremony, with God Himself officiating, and into the family line of Adam - all the way up to Noah. Hidden inside that genealogy is a mind-blowing surprise which points to the inarguably supernatural authorship of the Bible...

Genesis 4 // 2 Paths

Sun, 01 Apr 2018 18:25:00 -0700

As the tragic story of Cain and Abel unfolds, the Lord presents 2 paths that every person much choose from when they've made a significant mistake. As we examine both options, we'll learn some crucial life lessons about bitterness, forgiveness, taking ownership, repentance, and more.

Genesis 3 // How We Fell

Sun, 25 Mar 2018 18:25:00 -0700

Why do we live in a world full of violence, suffering, and pain? Where do evil, diseases, and natural disasters come from? We'll find out in this study...

Genesis 2:16-25 // Man, Woman, And Marriage

Sun, 18 Mar 2018 18:25:00 -0700

As God creates Eve for Adam, He creates the institution of marriage and the model for all of our romantic relationships. In this message, we'll take a look at God's design for men and women, the differences between us, and what the Bible has to say about the foundations of a great marriage.

Genesis 2:1-17 // The Sabbath And The Gospel

Sun, 11 Mar 2018 18:25:00 -0700

God chose to end the first week of the universe's existence by resting for a day, and instructing us to do the same thing at the end of our week. Join us as we study through why we all still need the Sabbath.

Genesis 1:26-31 // Our Beginning

Sun, 04 Mar 2018 17:25:00 -0800

As we wrap up day 6 and chapter 1 of Genesis, we'll explore some more basic reasons why evolutionary theory fails basic tests of logic and science. We'll also witness the pinnacle of God's creation, humanity, and examine just what makes us so unique among God's creation. God's mandate for couples to have children, stewardship of the earth vs. environmentalism, and more are all packed into this fascinating study!

Genesis 1:14-25 // Creation & Science

Sun, 25 Feb 2018 17:25:00 -0800

As we move through days 4 and 5 of creation, we'll take some time to reflect on the glorious enormity of the universe and the purpose of its vastness. We'll also begin looking at the incompatibility of Genesis 1 with neo-Darwinianism, and discover some of the logical and scientific problems that are causing present science to rapidly move away from the theory of evolution.

How To Wreck Your Marriage: Part 3

Sun, 18 Feb 2018 17:25:00 -0800

Should you change for your marriage? Can you change your spouse? How do affairs actually happen, and how can we build a marriage that's protected from those dangers? Join us as we dive into these critical questions and more...

How To Wreck Your Marriage: Part 2

Sun, 11 Feb 2018 17:25:00 -0800

Are you resenting your spouse for not being psychic, while treating them as though you are? Find out what we're talking about, as we dive into the minefields of assumption and unspoken expectations in marriage...

How To Wreck Your Marriage: Part 1

Sun, 04 Feb 2018 17:25:00 -0800

One of the greatest dangers in any marriage is the issue that never comes up until it's too late. In this message, we'll take a look at the importance of bringing up difficult issues, and dealing with them head-on...

Genesis 1:6-13 // Days 2 & 3

Sun, 28 Jan 2018 17:25:00 -0800

As God unfolds the second and third days of the Creation Week, we'll take a look at the controversial issue of the age of the earth...

Genesis 1:3-5 // Let There Be Light

Sun, 21 Jan 2018 17:25:00 -0800

In these verses, God speaks for the first time in the Bible, and calls light into being. We'll also parallel the first 5 verses of Genesis 1 to God's work in our lives, and delve into one of the greatest mysteries of quantum physics...

Genesis 1:1-2 // The Moral Argument & The Gap Theory

Sun, 14 Jan 2018 17:25:00 -0800

In this study, we take a look into the Moral Argument - the second major evidence for God's existence, mentioned by Paul in Romans 2. We also examine the strange and compelling Gap Theory, which creates some intriguing possibilities and explanations between the first 2 verses of Genesis...

Genesis 1:1 // Evidence For A Creator God

Sun, 07 Jan 2018 17:25:00 -0800

As we tackle the first verse of Genesis and the evidence for a God who created the universe, we talk about the Kalam Cosmological Argument, the Teleological Argument, the Multiverse, and more.

Dangerous Prayers // Break Me

Sun, 31 Dec 2017 17:25:00 -0800

In this special guest mesage from Pastor Craig Groeschel, we'll take a look at the dangerous prayer, "Break me, Lord" and discover that life's greatest breakings often lead to God's greatest blessings.

Peace On Earth? (A Christmas Devotional)

Sun, 24 Dec 2017 17:30:00 -0800

Why all the talk about "peace on earth" around Christmas - especially when it seems so disconnected from the reality of life in this world?

Jonah 4 // Undeserved Kindness

Sun, 17 Dec 2017 17:25:00 -0800

In a messy and surprising chapter 4, we see Jonah's response to the revival in Nineveh... which leads us to wrestle with the critical question, "Why do I believe that God is good?"

Jonah 3 // Try, Try Again

Sun, 10 Dec 2017 17:25:00 -0800

As Jonah finally gives in to God's instructions, we learn a valuable lesson about how God works in our lives. And as revival miraculously breaks out in the city of Nineveh, we are reminded about what it takes for each of us to live in a state of revival, individually.

Jonah 2 // You Can't Outlast God

Sun, 03 Dec 2017 17:25:00 -0800

As Jonah finds himself buried alive inside a great fish, he cries out to God in prayer... and reminds all of us that we have a Heavenly Father who is always listening, and always ready to respond to us.

Jonah 1 // You Can't Outrun God

Sun, 26 Nov 2017 17:25:00 -0800

Jonah, a prophet, gets a message and instructions from God that he doesn't like... so he runs. And as he does, we are reminded of several important truths about how our sin affects both us and others...

The Evidence For The Resurrection

Sun, 19 Nov 2017 17:25:00 -0800

One of the most incredible facts about Christianity is that it can be verified. Because the ministry and death of Jesus were public, we can actually examine the evidence and test the claims that He rose from the dead, and is therefore God...

Top 10 Reasons We Know The Gospel Writers Told The Truth

Sun, 12 Nov 2017 17:25:00 -0800

In this study, we'll examine the evidence in the Gospels and the lives of the Gospel writers that points to one overwhelming conclusion - they were telling the truth about Jesus.

Why Should I Believe Anything The Gospels Say About Jesus? (Part 3)

Sun, 05 Nov 2017 17:25:00 -0800

How do we explain all the differences and variations between the Gospel accounts? Are there contradictions? We'll dive into those questions and also examine the criteria that determined which Gospels made it into the Bible we have today...

Why Should I Believe Anything The Gospels Say About Jesus? (Part 2)

Sun, 29 Oct 2017 18:25:00 -0700

The Gospel writers used a wealth of additional sources to ensure the accuracy of their work - including an abundance of oral traditions about Jesus. But how do we know that these additional sources and oral traditions were reliable? How do we know that people didn't simply make things up and pass them along?

Why Should I Believe Anything The Gospels Say About Jesus? (Part 1)

Sun, 22 Oct 2017 18:25:00 -0700

In order to find out if Jesus really did rise from the dead, we have to first determine if we can trust the accounts of the Biblical Gospels - Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. In the first part of this miniseries, we begin our examination of the surviving Gospel manuscripts by looking at their age, number, and variations...

Matthew 28:16-20, Mark 16:15-20, Luke 24:44-53, Acts 1:3-12 // The Ascension

Sun, 15 Oct 2017 16:25:00 -0700

As Jesus prepares to return to Heaven, He shares some final instructions and encouragements with His Disciples and all believers - including what it means to be a Christian.

John 20:24-21:25 // The Resurrection (Part 3)

Sun, 08 Oct 2017 18:25:00 -0700

Jesus visits His Disciples at the Sea of Galilee, where He performs a miracle that takes them all the way back to the day He first called them to follow Him. We'll also see an unforgettable meeting between Jesus and Peter, where Jesus deals the lingering issue of Peter's denial on the night He was arrested... and brings total restoration to their relationship.

Matthew 28:11-15, Luke 24:13-43, & John 20:20b-23 // The Resurrection (Part 2)

Sun, 01 Oct 2017 18:25:00 -0700

As 2 men make their way from Jerusalem to the town of Emmaus, they are joined by an unexpected guest - the resurrected Jesus! As He leads them through a Bible study and joins them for dinner, we see the effect communion with Jesus has on each of us...

Various Gospel Scriptures // The Resurrection (Part 1)

Sun, 24 Sep 2017 18:25:00 -0700

As the greatest day in history dawns, the world awakens to news that seems to be too good to be true - Jesus is alive!

Matthew 27:51-56, John 19:31-38, & Isaiah 53 // The Burial

Sun, 17 Sep 2017 18:25:00 -0700

As Jesus' body is taken down from the Cross and laid in a tomb, His death quickly begins to affect those around Him in different ways...

Luke 23:34-43, Matthew 27:45-50, & Psalm 22 // The Crucifixion (Part 2)

Sun, 10 Sep 2017 18:25:00 -0700

In this study, we'll bear witness to the most shocking event in the history of the universe - the death of Jesus, the only begotten Son of God. We'll also marvel at the incredible prophetic precision of Psalm 22, which was written more than 900 years before Jesus' death, and more than 400 years before crucifixion was even invented...

Matthew 27:26b-30 & Luke 23:26-33 // The Crucifixion (Part 1)

Sun, 03 Sep 2017 18:25:00 -0700

As Jesus is nailed to the Cross, we examine why all of this happened. Why did the Son of God, our Maker and Creator, choose to die such an awful death?

Luke 23:6-12 & John 18:39-19:15 // Jesus On Trial (Part 3)

Sun, 27 Aug 2017 18:25:00 -0700

As Jesus is dragged back to Pilate, who will finally sentence Him to be crucified, we encounter the strange character Barabbas, whose situation has much to speak to us about our own, and the incredible love Jesus has for each of us...

Luke 22:58-71, Matthew 27:3-10, & John 18:28-38 // Jesus On Trial (Part 2)

Sun, 20 Aug 2017 18:25:00 -0700

As the day of Jesus' death arrives, we see Peter deny Him, Pilate interrogate Him, and Judas confess His innocence...

John 18:12-24 & Mark 14:55-65 // Jesus On Trial (Part 1)

Sun, 13 Aug 2017 18:25:00 -0700

Following His arrest, Jesus is put on trial - illegally. Join us as we continue to marvel at what He went through, by choice, to save you and I...

Matthew 26:30-56 // Gethsemane

Sun, 06 Aug 2017 18:25:00 -0700

Before Jesus is arrested, He spends some time in prayer in the Garden of Gethsemane. As He wrestles with the overwhelming anguish of what lies ahead, we see His courage and love revealed...

John 17:6-26 // The Prayer Partner We All Need

Sun, 30 Jul 2017 18:25:00 -0700

As Jesus continues allowing His Disciples (and us) to listen in on His prayer to His Heavenly Father, we find ourselves blown away by the love God has for us, and the incredible future that awaits us in eternity. We're also encouraged to learn an amazing truth - Jesus Himself is praying for us...

John 17:1-5 // Great Work

Sun, 23 Jul 2017 18:25:00 -0700

Every Christian has an individual calling to give their life to a great work. Find out why the work Jesus has given you is the greatest work you could possibly be doing with your life right now!

Pray // Active In Sharing Your Faith

Sun, 16 Jul 2017 18:25:00 -0700

Sharing our faith is good for US! Find out why in this special guest message from Pastor Craig Groeschel of LIFECHURCH.tv...

John 16:16-33 // Jesus Has Overcome

Sun, 09 Jul 2017 18:25:00 -0700

If Christians still face difficulties, sickness, persecution, and even earthly death, what does Jesus mean when He says, "I have overcome the world"? Join us as Jesus gives His Disciples, and us, the answer...

John 15:18-16:15 // Don't Be Surprised

Sun, 02 Jul 2017 18:25:00 -0700

What does it mean when the world hates Christians and the Church? Are we doing something wrong? Is it to be expected? Jesus tackles this increasingly timely issue as He talks with His Disciples about what they should expect as they live for Him...

John 15:6-17 // Love One Another

Sun, 18 Jun 2017 18:25:00 -0700

Jesus shares with His Disciples, and all believers, that He wants love to be the defining characteristic of His Church. In this message, we'll dive into what it means and looks like to follow this radical commandment of Jesus...

John 15:1-5 // Quit Striving, Start Abiding

Sun, 11 Jun 2017 18:25:00 -0700

In what is possibly His most important teaching on Christian living, Jesus shares with His Disciples the secret to the abundant, free, and joy-filled life He offers all who follow Him...

John 14:19-31 // Let The Peace Of God Rule

Sun, 04 Jun 2017 18:25:00 -0700

Jesus continues comforting and encouraging His Disciples by sharing with them the gift of peace He has for all who love and follow Him - a peace that cannot be stolen by anything that happens in our lives...

John 14:1-18 // Reasons For Hope

Sun, 28 May 2017 18:25:00 -0700

As Jesus seeks to comfort and assure His Disciples, He shares 5 reasons we have for hope - reasons that can't be taken away, stolen, or changed by any circumstance life can throw at us...

John 13:21-38 & Luke 22:31-38 // Heart Conditions

Sun, 21 May 2017 18:25:00 -0700

As events continue to unfold at the Last Supper, we see 3 of the Disciples exhibit 3 different heart responses to Jesus - rejection, resistance, and rest...

Luke 22:24-30 & John 13:1-20 // How God Sees Greatness

Sun, 14 May 2017 18:25:00 -0700

Jesus was the most radical, free-spirited, and genuine individual who ever walked the face of the earth. In this study, we'll learn how greatness is defined in His Kingdom, as He gives His Disciples a shocking demonstration of what it looks like...

Daniel 11:36-12:13 // How It Ends

Sun, 07 May 2017 18:25:00 -0700

As the angel continues his prophetic message from chapters 10 and 11 into chapter 12, he shares some incredible information about the end times and the destiny of Israel. Through it all, we are reminded that no matter how dark the day may seem, our God has a plan that will result in us being blessed beyond anything we could ever imagine...

Daniel 11:1-35 // World History From Daniel To Jesus

Sun, 30 Apr 2017 18:25:00 -0700

The angel who spoke to Daniel in the previous chapter continues his message here in chapter 11 as he prophesies what will happen to Israel during the 400 years between the Old and New Testaments, commonly known as "the silent years".

Daniel 10 // A Look Behind The Curtain

Sun, 23 Apr 2017 18:25:00 -0700

As Daniel encounters an angel bringing him a message from Heaven, we learn some critical lessons about prayer, the nature of true reality, and how conflict in the spiritual realm affects us here in the physical world.

John 13:1-17 // Love Is A Servant

Sun, 16 Apr 2017 18:25:00 -0700

The Bible tells us that "God is love". When we get up close and personal with Jesus the man, we discover that love looks startlingly different to what we might expect. It's better, more amazing, and more incredible than any human imagination could conceive...

Daniel 9:20-27 // The 70 Weeks Prophecy

Sun, 09 Apr 2017 18:25:00 -0700

Discover the single most incredible prophecy in the entire Bible! It spans hundreds of years and is verifiable to the day! In this study, Daniel will be given a prophecy that deals with the totality of Israel's destiny - past, present, and future...

Daniel 9:1-19 // Effective Prayer

Sun, 02 Apr 2017 18:25:00 -0700

After learning about what caused Israel to end up in exile in Babylon... and that God had promised that exile would last for 70 years... Daniel is moved to pray one of the greatest prayers in the Bible - a prayer that has much to teach us about how to pray effectively.

Daniel 8 // Antichrist I & II

Sun, 26 Mar 2017 18:25:00 -0700

Daniel is shown a second vision, in which he is given even more details about the coming Persian and Greek Empires. But this vision will also zoom in on 2 incredibly dark figures - one from history (from our perspective) and one that is yet to come...

Daniel 7 // The Final Kingdom

Sun, 19 Mar 2017 18:25:00 -0700

As we begin the back half of the book, the focus shifts from Daniel's autobiography to a series of prophetic visions he received that span human history, the world's greatest kingdoms, and the everlasting kingdom that is soon to come - the Kingdom of Jesus.

Daniel 6 // The Lion's Den

Sun, 12 Mar 2017 18:25:00 -0700

Faithfully and radically serving God will lead to both uncommon favor and uncommon hatred among men. Listen in as we study Daniel's incredible example of how to handle both...

Daniel 5 // The Writing's On The Wall

Sun, 05 Mar 2017 17:25:00 -0800

After 20 years, Daniel is brought out of retirement to interpret another dramatic event for another king...

Daniel 4 // The King Of Kings

Sun, 26 Feb 2017 17:25:00 -0800

Discover the incredible lengths God will go to in order to reach those who belong to Him! In this amazing chapter, we'll hear directly from a king about how the Lord worked miracles in his life...

Daniel 3 // Fellowship In The Fire

Sun, 19 Feb 2017 17:25:00 -0800

3 godly men have a trap set for them that put them in an impossible and doomed situation. Find out how they handle it, what God does, and how it teaches us to handle the fires in our own lives.

Daniel 2 // Empires

Sun, 12 Feb 2017 17:25:00 -0800

When the king is haunted by a dream he can't understand, Daniel and his friends are faced with certain death unless God works a miracle...

Daniel 1 // When Home Is Not Home

Sun, 05 Feb 2017 17:25:00 -0800

Meet Daniel and 3 of his friends in the faith - teenagers ripped from their homeland and thrust into the godless capital of the greatest empire the world has ever known. Their incredible example of faithfulness will inspire and challenge your faith!

Craig Groeschel // Dangerous Prayers // Search Me

Sun, 29 Jan 2017 10:25:00 -0800

LIFECHURCH.tv's Craig Groeschel shares on the dangerous prayer, "Search me".

Defining Success

Sun, 22 Jan 2017 10:25:00 -0800

What if the true measure of success is NOT the results we get in life? Discover how GOD views success and failure and be encouraged by what HE is looking for in the lives of His children!

4 Keys To Change

Sun, 15 Jan 2017 10:25:00 -0800

Are you setting yourself up for success or sabotage? Discover 4 crucial keys to making real change in our lives...

The Right Motivations

Sun, 08 Jan 2017 10:25:00 -0800

Before we look at what or how to change, we need to ask the question, "Why?"

In this message, we'll examine what the example of Jesus teaches all believers about what should be the driving force behind our desire to see change in our lives.

Christian Atheist: I Believe In God But Don't Fully Trust Him

Sun, 01 Jan 2017 10:25:00 -0800

In this special guest message, LifeChurch.tv's Pastor Chris Beall walks us through confronting the challenge of trusting God fully with our whole lives.

Luke 21:37-22:20 // The Lamb Of God

Sun, 18 Dec 2016 10:25:00 -0800

As Jesus gets ready to sit down for His last meal before being arrested and crucified, what was going through His mind? Find out as we witness the beginning of The Last Supper...

Matthew 25 // The Olivet Discourse (Part 5)

Sun, 04 Dec 2016 10:25:00 -0800

Do you ever feel like you've wasted your potential? Be encouraged and realize that you have more potential today than you ever realized! Why? Because of what Jesus is looking for from each of us...

Matthew 24:36-51, Luke 21:34-36, Mark 13:33-37 // The Olivet Discourse (Part 4)

Sun, 27 Nov 2016 10:25:00 -0800

In this message we'll learn where the Doctrine of Imminence comes from, why it matters, and why Jesus desires every believer live in light of it.

Matthew 24:29-35 // The Olivet Discourse (Part 3)

Sun, 20 Nov 2016 10:25:00 -0800

Jesus talks with His Disciples about His Second Coming, and gives one of the most incredible prophetic predictions in the Bible - one that came true just 68 years ago!

Luke 21:20-24 & Matthew 24:15-28 // The Olivet Discourse (Part 2)

Sun, 13 Nov 2016 10:25:00 -0800

Continuing with His famous teaching on the future and the end times, Jesus predicts events that will unfold 38 years later - with stunning specificity - as well as events that will unfold in our own near future. Find out why Luke 21 and Matthew 24 aren't talking about the same events, and why that matters so much...

Mark 12:41-44 & Matthew 24:1-14 // The Olivet Discourse (Part 1)

Sun, 06 Nov 2016 10:25:00 -0800

Why does God care whether or not we tithe and trust Him with our finances? In this study, we'll find out the answer and also begin one of Jesus' most important teachings as He shares on the signs and timing of the end of the world...

Matthew 23 // Pharisectomy

Sun, 30 Oct 2016 11:25:00 -0700

In Jesus' final public teaching, He tears apart the religious leaders of His day for turning a relationship with God into empty rituals - something that is far too easy for us to fall into as well. Find out how you can avoid taking the paths that lead to dead religion, and instead choose a life-giving relationship with the living God!

Christian Atheist: I Believe In God But Don't Go Overboard

Sun, 23 Oct 2016 11:25:00 -0700

What does it mean to truly be "all in" as a follower of Jesus? Be challenged in this message from LIFECHURCH.tv's Craig Groeschel.

Matthew 22:15-46 // The Lamb Inspected (Part 2)

Sun, 16 Oct 2016 11:25:00 -0700

When it all comes down to it, how does God want and expect us to live? Listen in as Jesus boils everything down to just 2 commands...

John 12:37-50 & Matthew 21:23-22:14 // The Lamb Inspected

Sun, 09 Oct 2016 11:25:00 -0700

Who gave Jesus the authority to roll into Jerusalem, kick people out of the Temple, and call the religious leaders liars and thieves?

Find out in this message, as Jesus breaks it down in 3 parables...

Mark 11:25-26 & John 12:20-36 // Jesus vs. Anxiety

Sun, 02 Oct 2016 11:25:00 -0700

What motivated Jesus as He faced down His darkest hour? What was He thinking about? What kept Him going? What became most important to Him?

The answers we'll discover in this study will provide an incredible example and perspective for us, as our role model Jesus shows us how we should handle our own anxiety.

Matthew 21:14-17 & Mark 11:12-18, 20-26 // Cleansing The Temple

Sun, 25 Sep 2016 11:25:00 -0700

Discover the staggering implications of the reality that we, as disciples of Jesus, are His Temple!

Luke 19:29b-44 // The Triumphal Entry

Sun, 18 Sep 2016 11:25:00 -0700

Discover the single most amazing prophecy in the Bible!

As Jesus presents Himself to the public as the Son of God for the first time, we learn some amazing things about who He is and why it's so important that we receive Jesus as He is - not as we think He should be.

John 11:55-12:11 // Worship That Blesses Jesus

Sun, 11 Sep 2016 11:25:00 -0700

Learn why there's really only one question that matters when it comes to the subject of worship: "Was JESUS blessed?"

Luke 19:1-28 // Be Great At This

Sun, 04 Sep 2016 11:25:00 -0700

What does Jesus expect us, His servants, to be doing until He returns?

And how do we make sure that we don't waste our lives in the meantime?

Find out the one thing we need to be great at in order to live a fruitful life.

Matthew 20:20-28 & Luke 18:35-43 // Seeing Clearly

Sun, 28 Aug 2016 11:25:00 -0700

As Jesus continues discussing the Kingdom of God with His Disciples, He shares a defining teaching on how to be truly great, and shows us why we sometimes have to brought to the place of desperation before God can move in our lives.

Matthew 20:1-19 // Grace Is Not Fair

Sun, 21 Aug 2016 11:25:00 -0700

Everything in life falls into its proper place when we remember that Jesus loves us, has saved us, and has secured a glorious future for us.

Take some time to rest and rejoice in the words of Jesus as He reminds us of these amazing truths...

Mark 10:17-31 // There Can Be Only One

Sun, 14 Aug 2016 11:25:00 -0700

What does it really take to be saved? To get to Heaven? What does it cost? Grace, faith, and our actions all collide in this study of the incredible interaction between Jesus and the rich young ruler.

Matthew 19:1-12 & Mark 10:13-16 // Marriage & Divorce

Sun, 31 Jul 2016 11:25:00 -0700

What do Jesus and His Word teach about divorce and remarriage? In this message, you'll get clear, practical answers and an understanding of God's heart toward the marriage and family.

Luke 18:1-14 // Who God Hears

Sun, 24 Jul 2016 11:25:00 -0700

Do you feel like your prayers don't make a difference or you're just no good at praying?

Let Jesus encourage you with some incredible insights on prayer, and learn some practical, easy ways to take you prayer life to the next level!

Genesis 6 // The Days Of Noah

Sun, 17 Jul 2016 11:25:00 -0700

Discover the prophetic implications hidden in Jesus' comment that the season of history leading up to the Rapture of the Church would be as "the days of Noah". We'll dive into the strange business of fallen angels, Nephilim, and how the strange events of Genesis 6 parallel events unfolding before our eyes today.

John 11:45-54 & Luke 17:11-37 // Important Reminders

Sun, 10 Jul 2016 11:25:00 -0700

Is there a link between faith, obedience, and God moving in our lives? What's God's part? What's our part? Join us for a powerful lesson in this vital area of Christian living, as well as a fascinating reminder from Jesus on the reality of the coming rapture of the Church.