A Transforming Word

The human body is a unified whole. If one part does not work right, the whole body suffers. If a person smashes his thumb with a hammer, it’s not just the thumb in isolation that hurts. Other parts of the body may hurt, too, and the functioning of the whole body is impaired. Today, Pastor Bill will explain that as part of Jesus’ body, each member has a particular job to do and a place to belong. W...

Self-examination is an important part of living as an authentic Christian, but by nature , we prefer self-deception. Today, Pastor Bill will explain how deceiving yourself is easy and comfortable, but that it’s dangerous to lie to yourself. You want to believe yourself to be better, smarter, and more ethical than you really are, so careful, Spirit-directed self-examination keeps you honest with yo...

Today, Pastor Bill will remind you that despite all the problems the church at Corinth had, Paul refers to them as “those sanctified in Christ Jesus and called to be his holy people”. It would be easy to read 1 and 2 Corinthians smugly, given the multitude of their problems, yet the same issues present in Corinth are found in the church today. The church in the 21st century still needs 1 and 2 Cor...

Have you ever experienced “Messy church” like Pastor Bill refers to in today’s message? It’s not a new thing, and it’s not uncommon. The Church has not been fully restored yet, so we can expect to find weaknesses until Christ brings us to perfection. That doesn’t mean we should be okay with it, though. We should strive for unity through the grace and love that Jesus extended to us. When disagreeme...

We tend to be our own worst critics. Even Moses, one of the most important figures in Biblical history, doubted that he was the right man for the job. The thing we need to remember, as Pastor Bill will remind us in today’s message, is that it’s not about us. It’s not our gifts or abilities that matter. God is the one who gives all good things , and when we step out in faith, trusting Him to provid...

Trials and tests…no one is without them.  You may look at your neighbor and think he has it all together.  But what you don’t realize is that his wife is suffering from cancer.  The neighbor on the other side is battling depression.  Your family has its own chaos, that feels isolating.  But what Pastor Bill wants you to realize today is that the pain and suffering you’re experiencing is something...

Everybody has a curiosity about heaven and what that will be like.  It’s kind of the rage these days for someone to write a book about their near-death experience, where they saw things in heaven.  But today, Pastor Bill expresses from this passage how the Apostle Paul actually did experience heaven, and he wrote about it in 2nd Corinthians.  These verses make you wonder, and your imagination migh...

Will you face the hard in life, with a confidence that God is in it, doing something, or will you succumb to depression and despair?  Today, Pastor Bill challenges you to look at the trials and the challenges in life with a perspective that God is there with you.  He’s walking right next to you, and He has something for you, and others around you, to grow in, and become greater, because of these o...

You try to prepare your kids as best you can for the real world. Some of it is from your own painful experiences as a child, or even now, as an adult.  That kid in middle school teased you about your appearance, and it left wounds.  Or you observe kids now who tease your child, and it breaks your heart.  Today, Pastor Bill helps you see that Paul had a care and concern for the Corinthians, because...

Today, Pastor Bill provides us with more details of the suffering and torture that the Apostle Paul endured, including the brutality of scourging.  So now it’s time to think about your life.  What are the scars that you bear, for the sake of standing up for Christ, no matter what?  Do you find yourself out of a job because you refused to give in to the agenda that was being pushed?  Has your relat...

A strong relationship with God comes from knowing Him through His Word. In today’s message, Pastor Bill compares it to a marriage—how frustrating would it be to believe things about your spouse that aren’t true? Many people do the same with God, acting on bad information rather than seeking Him in Scripture. Don’t settle for secondhand faith—open His Word, study, and let Him reveal Himself to you....

Faith in God isn’t meant to be complicated. In today’s message, Pastor Bill reminds us that a real relationship with God requires walking in faith, even when it feels too simple. Some chase after deep, complex philosophies, but God has made the Gospel clear enough for even a child to understand. Jesus loves you, died for you, and rose again so you could have life. The question isn’t how much you k...

The world tells us that true fulfillment comes from loving ourselves, but Scripture teaches something different. In today’s message, Pastor Bill challenges the popular belief that self-love is the key to happiness. The Bible assumes we already love ourselves—it calls us instead to love others as we love ourselves. Real joy and purpose are found not in focusing on ourselves, but in serving and lovi...

Authority in the church is not about power or control—it’s about building others up in the Lord. In today’s message, Pastor Bill reminds us that God entrusts leaders with authority to strengthen and edify His people, not to dominate or tear them down. Like the Apostle Paul, church leaders are called to use their influence for encouragement and spiritual growth. Whether in leadership or everyday li...

Many Christians struggle with obedience because they lack God’s Word in their hearts. In today’s message, Pastor Bill challenges us to align our actions with Scripture, especially when emotions try to take control. Feelings can be powerful, but they are part of our flesh, not our faith. In moments of struggle, we must choose obedience over emotion, bringing our thoughts and desires in line with Go...

Many believers understand that salvation is a gift through Christ, not something we can earn. But while righteousness isn’t the requirement for salvation, it’s the evidence of a transformed life. Today, Pastor Bill warns that when we fail to walk in obedience, we leave ourselves open to spiritual attacks. Knowing the truth isn’t enough. We must live it out daily. Are there areas in your life where...

The battles we face in this world aren’t won through protests or debates but through prayer. Today, Pastor Bill reminds us that as believers, our greatest weapon is seeking God’s intervention. When we see our communities broken and our world moving in the wrong direction, our first response should be to pray—pray for leaders, pray for decisions, pray for the lost. The real issue isn’t politics or...

The world focuses on the things we need. We need the next iPhone. We need to see the latest Avengers movie. We absolutely must try the new taco shop. The thing is… are any of these really “ needs ?” In today’s message, Pastor Bill teaches that what you need , you already have if you’re a Christian. If the only thing you had in your life was Christ, that would be enough. So don’t worry about the ne...

Plenty of amazing charities are designed to help those in need, whether through building houses or sending aid to foreign children in poverty. Don’t get me wrong, these organizations do incredible work, but we are called to do more than just applaud the generosity of others. Today, Pastor Bill teaches that we are to go out and make a difference in the world - in Jesus’ name. Sure, you can still gi...

Why give to the church? Why should God get any of our money? Well, that’s a good question. The church is full of broken people, so why should they get our hard-earned dollars? In today’s message, Pastor Bill teaches that we ought to give because Christ gave first. Ten percent of your paycheck is minuscule compared to the ultimate price that Jesus paid on the cross for your sins… His life. The Lord...

Can you be described as a man of integrity? Would someone say you’re a woman who keeps her word? Honesty and trustworthiness aren’t just about what we say but about actually doing what we say. Today, Pastor Bill teaches that whenever you’ve committed to something, you should keep that commitment, whether it’s something you promised your spouse you’d do or if you promised God you’d give a certain a...

When we talk about working really hard to do something, especially competing in a sport, we often reference giving it 110% or giving it our all. These expressions get the point across, but can we even give our all? Today, Pastor Bill teaches that this is exactly what Jesus asked for, yet many times, we hardly even give Him half. Whenever He asks you to drop it all and follow Him, will you be willi...

There’s a misconception that to be generous, a person has to be wealthy. When people think of generosity, they think of great philanthropists like Oprah Winfrey giving away cars or Mr. Beast giving away millions of dollars. Today, Pastor Bill teaches that true generosity doesn’t come from the number of commas but rather from the heart. So, it doesn’t matter if you’re a Fortune 500 CEO or fortunate...

Everything you have is a gift : the car you drive, the clothes on your back, your spouse, your parents, the food in the fridge… everything. Sure, you may have done the work to keep bacon stocked, but even your ability to work is a gift. Today, Pastor Bill teaches that, while God has blessed you with many great things, Jesus brings the greatest gift of all. He brings a gift that can’t be taken away...

“Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words can never hurt me.” This lie is proven false daily . How often have you been hurt by someone’s words? The words you speak have incredible power. In today’s message, Pastor Bill teaches that you can use that power in one of two ways… You can build someone up, or you can break them down. Only one of those actions looks like Jesus. Each time you open y...