Studies That Strengthen

Caitlynn Jones joins SYS! Technology isn't going away; it always advances. It is His world, AI is in it. What is our responsibility within it?

Do you struggle with making decisions? Scared of being "out of the will of God"? We were not made to carry the weight of guiding the Holy Spirit in our lives. That's His job! To guide US and lead US! How does this truth shape the decisions in our lives?

What does Scripture mean when it tells us to enter, inherit, and seek the kingdom of God? In this episode, we walk through these words in their biblical context and consider what Jesus and the apostles teach about life in His kingdom. Are we striving to enter, resting in Christ, or somehow both? Let’s look at what Scripture actually says—and allow God’s Word to shape the way we understand His king...

What does it mean that Jesus gave us the keys of His Kingdom? In this episode of His World, we look at Christ’s authority, the Kingdom He established, and what it means for us to live under the authority of our King. The Kingdom is His, the keys are His—and our lives are meant to reflect His rule. Come study the Word with me as we learn to see the world through the truth of Scripture.

Amanda Moore and Lauren Stevens join us for a live panel discussion on "Reclaiming Biblical Womanhood". This was the Women's Breakout Session during the "For The Kingdom" Conference at Bud Baptist Church.

Is education neutral? Why homeschool? What IS your why? We welcome Candice Sesco, as we continue exploring His World and consider education within it. If Christ is Lord of all, then He is LORD OF ALL.

Who owns time? Is time simply a gift God has given us, or does it ultimately belong to Him? In this episode of His World, we take a deeper look at time, eternity, and the reality that our days are not truly our own. From the beginning to the end, God is sovereign over time—and one day, time as we know it will be no more. How should knowing that change the way we live today? #HisWorld #UntilTimeIsN...

What does it mean to wait well in a world that feels like it’s constantly moving? In this episode of His World, Pastor Derek Sesco joins us for a conversation about what we are waiting for—and how our waiting can point us back to Christ, His kingdom, and His promises. Sometimes waiting isn’t about doing nothing. It’s about learning to trust the King while we wait for what He has promised. #HisWorl...

We begin Season 4 by opening Psalm 24 and asking "Who is this King? Before we can understand our place in His world, we must first answer this question! Join us as we explore the character of God and why a right view of the King changes everything.

Before we step into a new season, we must return to the foundation that holds us firm: the truth of God’s Word. In this bridge episode between Season 3 and Season 4, we revisit the mission of Strengthen Your Stakes—to lead us deeper into Scripture, not just knowing what the Bible says, but understanding its context, its authority, and its purpose in revealing Jesus Christ. Just as Jesus opened the...

What do we truly deserve from God? Nothing. Yet because of His mercy, He has given us everything. In this final episode of Owed Nothing, Given Everything, we look at the heart of the gospel: a God who was not obligated to rescue us, yet chose to love, forgive, and restore us through Jesus Christ. Mercy reminds us that we are not standing before God because of our goodness, our achievements, or our...

If we respond only in ways that people deserve, is that truly representing a Christ that responds to us in ways that we DON'T deserve? By His mercy and grace he hands us what we fully do not deserve, but have now received through Christ.

What happens when everything you thought you deserved is stripped away, and all that remains is God? In this episode, Pastor Dalton explores the life and perspective of Asaph, the worship leader who came to a life-changing conclusion in Psalm 73: “Whom have I in heaven but You? And there is nothing on earth that I desire besides You.” Asaph learned that true contentment is not found in possessions...

If you've ever wondered why God hasn't given you what you hoped for, this episode will encourage you to rest in what He has already provided through Jesus. In this episode, we dive into Jeremiah 45 and the story of Baruch, a man who faithfully served the Lord yet found himself discouraged when life did not unfold according to his hopes. Through God's response to Baruch, we discover a powerful warn...

Praying "Your kingdom come" is more than just wishful thinking...

In this episode, we unpack the opening words of the Lord’s Prayer and discover the deep theology behind “Our Father in heaven, hallowed be Your name.” Jesus wasn’t just teaching us what to say—He was teaching us how to see God, how to approach Him, and how to pray with reverence, intimacy, and surrender.

Have you struggled with how to pray—or have you just never stopped to consider how you're praying? I have. Jesus doesn’t just give words in Matthew 5–7—He exposes the heart behind them. He confronts performance and calls us to something deeper: a life of humility, sincerity, and dependence on the Father. Because it’s not just why we pray—it’s knowing HIM that shapes every word.

We’ve just come out of the Triumph—seeing Christ as the One who leads, who conquers, and who brings His people with Him. But if He leads… how do we actually walk with Him? We’re beginning a new series: “When You Pray.” And we’re starting at the foundation—the history of prayer and why it matters that we understand what prayer truly is. Because prayer isn’t just something we do… it’s something that...

Luke and Lauren Stevens share personal insights on what it looks like to pursue holiness together, how the Spirit convicts, refines, and strengthens unity, and why sanctification is not just an individual journey, but a shared one within the home. This conversation is both honest and encouraging, reminding us that God is actively at work in our marriages and families, even in the ordinary and unse...

What is the end of sanctification? Glorification!

Join us for a powerful and encouraging conversation with Pastor Derek Sesco as we explore the lifelong journey of progressive sanctification. In this episode, Pastor Derek walks us through how Scripture actively shapes, refines, and transforms believers over time—not instantly, but faithfully, day by day. Together, we unpack what it means to grow in holiness, how God uses His Word to convict and c...

In this episode, we dive into the powerful and often misunderstood topic of progressive sanctification—the ongoing work of God in the life of a believer. What does it really mean to grow in holiness? Is sanctification something we achieve, or something God accomplishes in us? Join us as we unpack how transformation happens over time, not through striving, but through abiding in Christ. We explore...

Today we’re talking about positional sanctification—the powerful truth that when we are united with Christ, our standing before God changes completely. This isn’t about our daily progress or spiritual performance, but about the position God places us in through the finished work of Jesus. In Christ, we are set apart, declared holy, and brought into a new identity before we ever begin the lifelong...

In this episode of the “CHAINged” series, we explore the powerful, yet humbling, realities of justification and reconciliation and what they mean for those who have been captured by Christ. Once enemies of God, we have now been declared righteous and brought near through the finished work of Jesus. Like prisoners in a triumphal procession, our lives now testify to the victory of Christ. This episo...