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As believers we must consider the example of Jesus Christ--specifically let us consider his prayer life. Jesus was often found alone praying to his Father. He often prayed throughout the night and he even prayed before making decisions. This shows us the importance of connecting with God through prayer and relying on Him for direction.

Chapter 11 from Gardiner Spring's, "The Power of The Pulpit" | It is beneficial for us to keep such an example of ministerial diligence before our eyes. Through Paul’s life, we can better appreciate how much can be accomplished by the patient and self-sacrificing efforts of one devoted servant of God. Effective diligence encompasses the entirety of a minister’s life, requiring full dedication to t...

Chapter 15 from Gardiner Spring's, "The Power of The Pulpit" | It was a bold and presumptuous step on my part, when, as a young man just entering my third year in ministry, I dared to instruct others by publishing Essays on the Distinguishing Traits of Christian Character. Nearly forty years in the ministry have since taught me that youth and inexperience can address such a profound topic with far...

Jesus made it clear: “Out of the heart come evil thoughts” (Matthew 15:19). The Pharisees looked righteous on the outside, but inside, they were full of hypocrisy and sin. Legalism shifts the focus from heart transformation to external rule-keeping—missing the point entirely. True purity isn’t about following rules; it’s about a heart changed by God. Are we focused on appearances, or on real trans...

Tim Conway | James Series | Romans 9 shatters human pride, reminding us that salvation is not earned but rests entirely on God's sovereign mercy. This humbling truth forces us to abandon self-reliance and stand in awe of the God who has mercy on whom He wills. When we grasp this reality, it silences our objections and drives us to worship rather than debate. Instead of questioning God’s justice, w...

Bob Jennings | Then I heard the voice of many angels around the throne, along with the living creatures and the elders. Their number was described as myriads of myriads and thousands of thousands. They cried out with a loud voice: “Worthy Is The Lamb that was slain, to receive power and riches and wisdom and might and honor and glory and blessing; and every created thing, in heaven, on earth, unde...

Bob Jennings | Open with me, please, to Hebrews chapter 7. I was thinking, just as credit card companies advertise their cards—their benefits. One card advertises there’s no annual membership fee, another card advertises you have free travel insurance, another card advertises you even get money back for the purchases you make with this card. Just as they advertise their benefits, so also, in a sen...

Mike Morrow | Excerpt from: Christ Died to Bring Us to God | You know, I am really conscious that we have to be careful on this business of assurance. I'm really conscious of that. I spent a week or two from Sunday through Wednesday with a young preacher last week. This dear brother has absolutely no peace about his salvation. He has no peace about his salvation. And there have been a lot of peopl...

Ask Pastor Tim | Are you struggling with doubts about your salvation or fearing that you've committed the unpardonable sin? You're not alone. In this discussion, we explore the topic of of assurance in the Christian faith, addressing common fears and providing biblical insights to strengthen your confidence in Christ.

Pride. It's self-focus. It's self-worship. It's believing that I deserve recognition. And what it will do is it will prevent me from going to God. It will prevent me from loving God, supremely loving others, supremely dealing with other people's sins in the right way, resolving conflict. Brethren, pride is believing lies that are not true and so detecting it.

As never before, I feel the urgent need to delve deeply into the mysteries of prayer—the secret of successful praying. On the horizon, I see truths that, if attained by God’s grace, could in some measure shake hell and slow its destructive influence in the world and the Church today. These truths are found primarily in John 17:21-23: “That they all may be one; as thou, Father, art in me, and I in...

Tim Conway | Series: James | Humility and pride stand in stark contrast. Pride elevates the self, distorting our perception of who we are in relation to God. It fosters a sense of self-sufficiency, making us believe that we can stand on our own without divine assistance. On the other hand, humility aligns our hearts with God's truth, recognizing our dependence on Him. It's about having a proper es...

Bob Jennings | Article | Written on 10/5/1998 | Who can control this sex drive? The fear of disease is a small deterrent to immorality. There is only one force that can truly control lust—the power of God in the heart, a foundational element of what it means to become a Christian. That is, when Jesus enters the heart, the power and tyranny of sin is broken. True, godly men like David fell into sin...

One of the things that Scripture says is we are to be children of light, and children of light have a unique responsibility of exposing the darkness. We are supposed to call out the deeds of darkness that are around us, whether in the world, our workplaces, schools, or within our own circles. It is a hard thing to confront people about their sin, and you are going to find that you are not going to...

Mike Morrow | Brothers and sisters, today we delved deep into the powerful message of Ephesians 5:18, urging us not to be drunk with wine but to be filled with the Holy Spirit. We explored how the early church thrived on this divine filling, drawing strength, boldness, and unity from the Holy Ghost. From John the Baptist being filled from his mother's womb to the apostles empowered at Pentecost, S...

Article | George Müller - I fell into the snare into which so many young believers fall—the reading of religious books in preference to the Scriptures. While I no longer read French and German novels, as I had formerly done to gratify my carnal mind, I failed to replace those books with the best of all books. Instead, I read tracts, missionary papers, sermons, and biographies of godly persons. Amo...

Nathan Rages | Our conscience is the internal moral monitor hard-wired into every human by the Creator. This sermon explores eight questions about our conscience: 1. What is it? (Rom. 2:14-15) 2. How does it change at conversion? (Heb. 9:14,10:22, Rom. 9:1) 3. Is it always accurate? (Acts 23:1, Rom. 14) 4. Should you always obey it? (Rom. 14:22-23, 1Tim. 1:19) 5. Can it be damaged? (Matt. 23:24, C...

Have you ever wondered why prayers go unanswered or why internal conflicts seem so persistent? This sermon on James 4:1-10 explores these struggles, delivered during a week of prayer and fasting. It takes an honest look at the root of spiritual apathy and divided loyalties, challenging us to examine our motives and our relationship with God.

Bob Jennings | When we come together as a church, praying at prayer meetings becomes an essential part of our fellowship. Rooted in 1 Corinthians 11:18, our gatherings are more than just Christians sharing the same space—they are intentional assemblies in the name and power of the Lord Jesus to worship, study scriptures, sing, and pray. Praying at prayer meetings distinguishes us from merely perfo...

Bob Jennings | Article | After becoming a Christian, I used to recoil at the idea that there was such a thing as Christian maturity—a growing up to be done. Didn’t I already have everything in Christ? Wasn’t I complete in Him? Were they suggesting that I needed to reach some higher stage? While it is true that, positionally, I have everything in Christ, it is not yet fully reflected in my conditio...

Are you navigating your spiritual journey safely, or are hidden pitfalls like rigid practices, exclusivity, leadership cravings, legalism, and the desire for praise threatening your true walk with God? This chapter is taken from G.D. Watson's book, "Spiritual Feasts". Read the article: https://illbehonest.com/dangers-to-deep-spirituality

When a church member leaves, it often brings challenges and lessons that require careful reflection. Recently, a longtime member of our congregation departed, and this change highlights two significant issues: how the decision was handled and the decision itself. Addressing these concerns helps us honor God, strengthen our fellowship, and learn from these experiences.

In this episode of Ask Pastor Tim, two important questions are addressed: First, what principles should guide a single father in deciding how to dress his toddler for church, balancing practicality with reverence? Second, is a church building truly a "sacred place," or does the New Testament offer a different perspective on sacredness? Pastor Tim unpacks these topics, exploring modesty, cultural e...

I. Transgression and Fulfillment (Romans 11:11-12) Transgression as Riches “If the Jews transgression be riches for the world, and their failure be riches for the Gentiles. How much more will their fulfillment or fullness be?” Apostle to the Gentiles “But I am speaking to you who are Gentiles. Inasmuch then, as I am an apostle to the Gentiles, I magnify my ministry.” Jealousy as Reconciliation “If...

A solemn privilege to gather and reflect on eternal truths. The vast difference between speaking about seeking God and truly seeking Him. The urgency of cultivating a heart that cannot rest until filled by God Himself. “He will rob you of all satisfaction in lesser glories to drive you to seek Him.”