A Sure Hope

Satan will strike in the most unexpected times and ways. You can count on it when you’re focused on serving Christ and sharing the Gospel. As Pastor Dave will point out in today’s message, while you should expect these attacks, you can have even more confidence that Christ will bring you through every single one.

While many people look at Christianity as a delusion, the truth is, it’s more concrete and absolute than the things that you can see. As Pastor Dave will point out in today’s message, the things of the spirit are eternal and will exist forever, even after the heavens and earth and all that’s in them have passed away.

If you’ve spent your Christian life afraid to share the Gospel for fear of messing it up, just forget that fear. It’s good to study doctrine and apologetics, but ultimately, as Pastor Dave will point out in today’s message, you shouldn’t rely on your own wisdom when you share. Surrender to the Holy Spirit, and allow Him to speak through you.

Don’t assume that lost people are completely ignorant or insensitive to spiritual matters. Some of them may know more about your faith than you do. The knowledge isn’t what’s important. As Pastor Dave warns in today’s message, you can’t effectively share the Truth if you aren’t convinced of its validity in your own heart.

Many of us hesitate when God calls us into ministry. Whatever form that ministry may take, you may look at your own abilities and feel like you simply aren’t qualified. As Pastor Dave will encourage you in today’s message, that’ just fine. You aren’t qualified on your own, but the good news is that God equips those He calls.

When you follow God’s call into ministry, the cost is great. It’s intimidating when you look at the fate that many in the early Church met. As Pastor Dave will point out in today’s message, few of us know what it’s like to face down suffering or death for the sake of the Kingdom. Would you be willing to go that far for Christ?

As Pastor Dave will challenge us in today’s message, God has called each one of us into a life of ministry. Are you taking that calling lightly, or intentionally living your life with it in mind? Don’t miss out on the beautiful mission that Jesus has for you. It won’t be easy, but the eternal, spiritual rewards are worth it.

You probably have a few skeletons in your closet. Most people do. The question Pastor Dave poses today is do you let those skeletons of the past dictate your present and impact your future? Because of God, you can experience freedom as you let go of your past.

What is your concept of God? Is He big or small… powerful or puny? Today, Pastor Dave challenges you to allow God to be big for you. When God is big in your life, you’ll find that your problems become small. However, if you cling to the concept of an incapable God, your small problems will seem overwhelming.

For the Christian, the truth of the Resurrection of Jesus is the foundation for faith. As Pastor Dave points out in today’s teaching, Christianity really hinges on the validity of the resurrection. Without it your faith is meaningless and you live without hope. Today, you’ll hear proof that verifies the truth of the resurrection.

Media tells you that if you just buy this product or do this thing, you’ll get what you want. But more often than not, these promises are empty and don’t pan out. Today, Pastor Dave reveals that God follows through on His promises. In fact, God takes an empty cross and an empty tomb and fills them with the promise of life.

Children often have a hard time waiting patiently for the things they’re promised. But it can be hard for adults too. Today, Pastor Dave asks you to consider if you are waiting for God to come through on promises He made to you. He encourages you to continue living your life as you trustingly wait for God to fulfill His promises.

Whether you’re treated unjustly or have your reputation falsely maligned, sometimes life just seems unfair. In today’s teaching from Acts, you’ll discover that the Apostle Paul also experienced false accusation. Pastor Dave shares that even though you’re secure in God and His love for you, slander can be very hurtful.

The unknown of death is scary. But you don’t have to be afraid. Today, Pastor Dave implores you to consider what will happen to you after you die. You’re a spiritual being and have a spiritual life that will continue after death. The question is where will you spend eternity- in God’s presence or separated from Him?

At some point in your life you’ve put off doing something you didn’t want to do. But, as Pastor Dave helps you realize in today’s teaching, procrastination not only robs you of your time, but it can steal your soul as well. He encourages you to honestly consider what will happen after you die and urges you to get right with God.

In a world full of unjustness, sickness, and death, where do you find your truth? Is your truth founded on the comforts or hardships in your life? As Pastor Dave encourages you in his message today, find truth in the one genuine entity- God. When you set your life on God, you'll be centered in an off-balanced world.

Are you in a situation that has you questioning some of God's commitments? In today's message from Pastor Dave, you'll be encouraged to believe the covenants that God has declared no matter the situation. God is the same yesterday, today and forever- rest in that promise.

The accusations that Paul faced can still be experienced today. Scripture tells us that the world hates those who love Christ. Today, Pastor Dave answers the question 'why do people hate Christians'? The world belongs to Satan, and he hates God, so since you are not of this world, the world hates you.

When you follow the Holy Spirit's guidance and reach those he is leading you to, you'll see results. However, as Pastor Dave shares in today's message, if you continue to press where you've not been lead- you'll be rejected. You'll be considered a pest and run the risk of turning people away from Jesus altogether.

If you've been a follower of Christ for some time, you may already be aware of how the Devil wages war on your mind. He introduces doubt and fear, with questions like- is God really who He says He is? As Pastor Dave warns you today, the war for your soul takes place in your spirit for control of your mind.

The Bible tells us not to worry, but often it's not that simple. However, as Pastor Dave shares today, there are stipulations to overcoming worry. You must pray to the Lord, giving thanks for what you have. With confidence have faith that the Lord hears your prayers and will answer them according to His plans.

You can't be the person God expects you to be in your strength. As Pastor Dave shares in his message today, it's only through the Holy Spirit's power that you are able to live like Christ. Some day soon when you enter into heaven, you'll be able to give God all the glory for your earthly deeds. It is then that you'll hear the precious words, well done good and faithful servant.

You have an enemy who is always trying to stop God's plans. As Pastor Dave shares in his message today, when you are following after God's will for your life expect hurdles, distractions, and challenges. During these trials, remember the truths found in Scripture about God's character and cling to the saving grace found in Jesus.

Every Christian would like to hear how easy life will be with Christ. But the truth is, you are no more immune to trouble than everyone else. In his message today, Pastor Dave shares that when you've exhausted all of your strength and turn to rely on the provider of all, only then will you overcome your fear of a difficult life.

During times of discouragement, it's easy to slide off the deep end into depression and despair. But as Pastor Dave points out in today's message, often when you are at your weakest point is when the Lord shows up. If you are at your breaking point now, cry out to the Lord for His strength and peace.