A Transforming Word

Getting hurt is never fun, especially physically. It could be a broken bone, a torn ACL, or eye problems. We can go a little deeper; it could be cancer, a terminal sickness, or severe chronic pain. There is another thing that gets left out, which is the spiritual healing you need. Today, Pastor Bill shares that people might need physical healing at different times in life, but we all need spiritua...

Have you ever gotten a gift that you didn’t deserve? You didn’t earn it or work for it, but it was given to you freely… just because. These gifts feel like they mean so much more. It means they were thinking of you, they know you, and they genuinely care for you. This gift is like the unmerited favor that we receive from the Lord. Today, Pastor Bill shares that no amount of effort you muster can e...

Relationships matter in our lives. Having close friends, a spouse, or even parents - matters deeply. They are the ones who are there for you, to keep you going, in the moments when life gets heavy.  The Lord is generous and kind, so much so, that we all get to experience His mercy on this side of eternity. Imagine that the same God who saved you from your sin is the One who will listen when you cr...

We live in a world where rules are important, and this is a good thing. There are laws that keep us safe on the road, that keep people safe in large gatherings, and that protect our most vulnerable. This is a great thing, but when the rules add to the word of God about what we should and shouldn’t do, that is when it becomes a problem. Today, Pastor Bill shares that God’s word should be the ultima...

Have you ever been searching for something and seen that it was hiding in plain sight? That is like the religious leaders of Jesus’ time. They were in proximity to Him, but COMPLETLY missed Him, and why? Because they were so caught up in their man-made traditions and religion. Pastor Bill shares that these leaders LOVED their religion, and it blinded them from the Savior walking among them. This c...

When you were growing up, how often did your parents set a boundary, and how often did you push it? It could be a curfew, not eating a certain thing, or messing with your sibling. You pushed the limit, and it probably drove your parents mad! What about today? How often do you push the limit of the things God calls you to stay away from? Those things can be so tempting, but they will hurt you in th...

Trust is a big deal. It is hard to build, but it can be quickly taken away. When you place your trust in someone, do you place your full trust or only partial trust? Placing your full trust is vulnerable because the thought in your mind can be “what if I get hurt?” This is a real question, and the reality is that if you place your trust in people, they will hurt you, but there is one who will neve...

Have you ever been told to do something and not feel empowered to do so? That never feels great; in fact, it causes us to see the task as impossible and not act! Hesitation to act on God's commands shows a lack of faith. Jesus offers us something different. When the Lord commands you to do something, He will empower you to do the thing He CALLS you to do. Today, Pastor Bill shares that when t...

Getting time away from the busyness of this world is so important. The world around us is noisy and constantly pulling our attention from things. It could be the notifications we hear “ding” on our phones, or the constant news cycle that plays 24/7. What “noise” do you want to escape from? If Jesus went to spend time with the Father, why do we think we are exempt from that? Today, Pastor Bill shar...

Trusting someone is hard to do. We live in a world that tells you to “trust no one” and “everyone is out to take advantage of you”. This is a message you might have been told personally by others. Friends, I want you to know that there is someone you can trust, and that is Jesus. Today, Pastor Bill shares that you can put your complete faith in Jesus. Because of the perfect sacrifice that He displ...

When was the last time you felt tested? Tests are hardly seen as a good thing for you to grow and develop, but the way God tests us, this is the plan. God uses tests to help you mature as a believer. He knows you and doesn’t need to test you to see where you are; the test is to reveal to YOU where you are in your walk with Him. Today, Pastor Bill enlightens you on the purpose of tests and how, in...

When you hear the word prayer, what comes to mind? Some people treat God like a genie and just go to him for things. Some people just call out to God when things are bad. Going to God when things get hard isn ’ t a bad thing, but God desires more than just running to Him in hard times; He desires a relationship. Today, Pastor Billy shares that God desires your heart. When you are in a relationship...

When you speak the truth to people, it can be met with acceptance or rejection. Speaking the truth is good for growth, but it can cut like a knife. It can feel like tough criticism and hard to hear, but it is for your benefit. Today, Pastor Bill shares that if you are someone who speaks the truth, you are in good company. John was a man who spoke truth and pointed others to the truth, Jesus . In d...

If you represent something, people will treat YOU how they feel about it. It could be a job, a team, a political affiliation, or a Christian. You desire for them to treat you like a person, but when they see you, they see the thing you sponsor. Friends, I want you to know that if you are a believer and they see Christ, you are doing it RIGHT! Today, Pastor Bill shares that people will see what you...

Have you ever felt the weight of your guilt? You feel so bogged down and heavy, and you don’t know who to turn to… Friends, I want you to know that you don’t have to carry that weight. There is someone who loves you and wants you to turn from your sin and turn to Him, and that person is Jesus! Today, Pastor Bill gives an encouraging message on how you don’t have to carry the guilt you feel from yo...

When someone asks you to get ice cream, your answer is always either a yes or a no. You can’t be half there and half not there; you either go to get ice cream or you don’t. It’s that simple. The same goes for your decision for Christ. In today’s message, Pastor Bill says that a decision on Jesus is either a yes or a no. There’s no gray area, neutral, or maybe. It’s all or nothing. What’s holding y...

Have you ever read a book from cover to cover and just didn’t really get it... Some books require more attention and background information than others to fully understand them. The Bible is one of them. In today’s message, Pastor Bill says that when telling nonbelievers about Christ, start with the GOSPEL. A non-believer won’t understand the significance of the Word if there’s no understanding of...

How amazing is it to have all of your debts forgiven? Whether it’s from loans, other people, or even in sin! We love forgiveness, and we seek it all the time. In today’s message, Pastor Bill talks about the significance of Jesus coming down to earth, living a perfect and Holy life, dying on the cross, and then resurrecting 3 days later. He did it for YOU AND ME! He saw that the only way for all of...

Have you ever asked a toddler a question, and you get a blank stare in response? It’s not that you were ignored; the toddler just didn’t understand you and isn’t developed enough to get it yet. In today’s message, Pastor Bill talks about understanding something from God but then trying to explain it to someone else, and that person isn’t getting the same clarity as you. It’s tiring, but remember t...

I’ve definitely had an error in judgment like Pastor Bill was saying; there are many times when I have judged someone and was completely wrong. Then I remembered, I’m not the one who should be judging. In today’s message, Pastor Bill says that there’s no point in trying to search for those who are faking their relationship with God; that’s not your place. All judgment will come from God and God on...

Buying apples from the grocery store is convenient, but have you ever picked them straight from the farm? It’s so much better! They didn’t go through a distribution process; they were just picked off the tree and straight into your mouth. In today’s message, Pastor Bill says that when you don’t understand something, ASK GOD! Of course, other pastors, commentators, and podcasts can help, but what’s...

It’s well known that the things we consume become the things at the forefront of our minds. If you consume something inappropriate, then your mind will start thinking of those things more often. If you consume the Bible, your mind will think of that before anything . In today’s message, Pastor Bill says growing deeper in the Word means that over time, you’ll start to shape your life closer to what...

In a workplace, there’s always someone who’s above you. There will always be a manager, a supervisor, or even a regional manager. There’s a hierarchy in work, but not in God’s eyes; He sees you and me all the same, and that’s the best part! In today’s message, Pastor Bill says that no one is above the other. God loves you the same as He does someone else, and He gives you just as much of an opport...

Imagine how hard it is to talk to someone through a closed door; it’s nearly impossible for you two to hear each other! One person will try to talk, and the other will go “WHAT?!” Well, that’s how God feels if you close the door of your heart to Him. In today’s message, Pastor Bill says that consistently rejecting God when He is presenting Himself to you can build up a wall in your heart. Then, yo...

When you have an idea and you share it with your friends, but no one listens, would you continue to tell them that idea? No! You go to someone who will listen. In today’s message, Pastor Bill says that as hard as it is to want the people closest to you to be saved, maybe venturing out to other people will be more successful. At some point, sharing the Gospel with someone who doesn’t want to hear i...