A Sure Hope

Why did King Solomon ask for wisdom over knowledge? There is a crucial difference between the two, as Pastor Dave shares in today's message. Knowledge doesn't help you decide what to do in difficult situations. Through wisdom, you can cut to the matter at heart, which is always the heart.

We no longer build physical altars to worship false gods, except those in our hearts. As Pastor Dave warns in today's study, trying to worship the Lord among your heart altars will lead to death. God is the only one you should build your time, devotion, and salvation upon. Is there an altar you need to destroy today?

Whenever you are tempted with power, pleasure, or money and think you can handle it, think again. Pastor Dave shares today's message of the risks involved whenever you feel you can take just a little temptation. Once you start down a path that isn't God's path, you'll be faced with death and destruction.

Have you stopped to think about how much God loves you? He loves you so much so that he sent his son to a cross so that he could be with you through eternity. Pastor Dave talks today about how that affects our hearts and our desires. When we understand the powerful love of God, we want to return that love!

God's choices sometimes leave us scratching our heads. We wonder why God would ever choose that guy for a special purpose. Pastor Dave says God doesn't always choose the perfect person and that is great news for us!! That means that God can choose you or me for whatever purpose he wants!

The best news in all of scripture is that God has made a covenant with us and he bears the consequences if the covenant is broken—by us or by him. We know he doesn't break his word, which means he is carrying the weight of our sin. Pastor Dave is bringing us some great news today about our covenant in Christ.

The only way to overcome is through the power of God's strength and the power of his might! When we feel we can do it on our own, we're flirting with disaster. But Pastor Dave brings us today into the fullness of the idea that though we are weak, we are strong because of the power of God at work inside of us!

When is reading the word of God a bad thing? When all you're doing is reading and you don't allow the word into your heart to change you from the inside out! Take a moment today to ponder what Pastor Dave is saying; are you just reading the word or are you allowing it to change you and living it out in real life?

We all have bad days and sometimes bad seasons. Have you ever let that create feelings of rebellion in your heart? Pastor Dave is going to bring us to a rebellion in the time of the Kings today, and show us what the end of that rebellion looks like. Guard your heart against rebellion and continue to walk in the light!

Bitterness sometimes feels like it doesn't hurt anyone else. Like we can nurse that little root and it won't affect the rest of our lives. But if you allow it to stay, you're risking everything! Pastor Dave will show us today how that root will grow and turn us against others and then we'll find ourselves fighting against God.

Are you one of those people who serve silently in the background? You're happy to do it, of course, because you know who you're serving and what you're called to do! But you still might feel that twinge of jealousy as the person on stage gets recognized, again. Pastor Dave says to give it to the Lord; he exalts!

As a believer, you may feel you’re in a battle. But Jesus never intended you to fight in this life alone. He’s not just a big guy in the sky watching His people figure out life. Today, Pastor Dave will remind you that God’s with you in all things. You can stand firm with God through prayer, scripture, fellowship, and relying on the Holy Spirit.

Jesus warns His followers that on this earth you’ll experience troubles. Life as a believer in Christ will not always be easy. But, as Pastor Dave teaches today, you’re not alone. God is with you and has given you the answer to surviving and thriving in this life. Abide with – cling to Jesus. In all things, hold onto and trust Jesus!

Sometimes, in ministry, you’ll be tempted to compare your life, your call, your resources with someone else. But, as Pastor Dave teaches today, God wants you simply to keep your eyes on Him alone. Don’t waste energy and strength looking around at others. God will give you exactly what you need for your particular season.

Sometimes, the Lord will give you difficult words or ask challenging things of you. The bible is clear, you will suffer on earth because you believe in Jesus. And, as Pastor Dave will explain today, God’s preparing you even now and asking if you will still follow Him, love Him and stay strong in your faith if you have to suffer.

Peter, in shame and fear, resorted to fishing when everything fell apart. But, Jesus had bigger things in store for Peter. He wanted him to be a shepherd of God’s people. To love, care for and protect them. But, as Pastor Dave teaches today, this love for others has to flow out of first a love and passion for Jesus.

Peter failed Jesus in the most terrible of ways. He denied Him. And his guilt festered and shamed him. Yet, as Pastor Dave teaches today, Jesus restored Peter and reminded him of His love and forgiveness. He wanted Peter, and the rest of His disciples, to be grounded on His love and mercy as they began to serve Him.

Peter’s always been explosively responsive – quick to fight, quick to run, and quick to jump in head first not knowing the whole story. But Pastor Dave shares today how quickly He also rushes to be with His Lord – with YOUR Lord. He loves Jesus that much, so much He’s ready to walk away from anything to be with Him!

Seeing the clear path through the trial is hard. A response of depression or isolation seems easier – more comforting at the time. But Pastor Dave reminds you today that Jesus is calling you to Himself in those times! He’s offering a greater peace and comfort than anything you can create or find in this world!

Seeing the clear path through the trial is hard. A response of depression or isolation seems easier – more comforting at the time. But Pastor Dave reminds you today that Jesus is calling you to Himself in those times! He’s offering a greater peace and comfort than anything you can create or find in this world!

The disciples had quite the two weeks. Intense emotions with unfathomable experiences – facing danger and responding poorly, confusion when all they thought they knew was turned upside down. They needed rest, the kind of rest only Jesus gives. And as Pastor Dave shares today, Jesus is waiting with open arms!

Do you know God? Many people know some aspect of God but don’t have a relationship with Him. When you truly know God, your life will change. In his message today Pastor Dave will what it means to be a true believer in Jesus, and how to turn those doubts you may have into faith.

When you see someone at church with a close walk with God, it may be discouraging to you. But, instead, be encouraged to draw closer to God yourself! Today Pastor Dave will share how we should want to be an example of faith and strive to follow Christ, encouraging others with us.

Do you realize the gift God has given to you? You have eternal life if you’ve placed your faith in Jesus! You can share this gift with others so that they can be saved too. Today Pastor Dave will encourage you to share the message of hope with everyone and anyone!

Do you feel like the circumstances in your life are too big? Good news - there isn’t anything too big for Jesus. The disciples felt this way too when their Savior died, but Jesus did the impossible – He rose again! Today Pastor Dave will teach how Jesus is in control and will always be with you!