A Transforming Word

In today's message, Pastor Bill will encourage you to engage in healthy communication with those around you. The way that people choose to communicate with other people can make a huge difference in how they interact in the future. The assumption is the enemy of clear communication. When we assume what someone is thinking instead of asking them, we invite a whole world of problems. When Christians...

Some pain can't be made to go away. Some pain can't be comforted or consoled, some pain is just too deep. And in today's message, Pastor Bill will share with you that God is the only one who can provide the peace that passes understanding and healing in the midst of pain. Within the Christian community, people often attempt to look at the bright side, “they're in heaven now” or something like that...

Today, Pastor Bill will share with you about mercy. Mercy is the concept and action of not getting something that you do deserve in terms of punishment. Grace is receiving something that you don't deserve, like the gift of salvation... But mercy is a hard thing to give someone. Often times when we are in a position to give someone mercy, our first response isn't mercy. When someone has wronged us,...

Today, Pastor Bill will remind you that the truth has many opponents. In the New Testament, the apostle Paul was a strong contender for the truth. There were many people in that time who spread rumors and false truths about Jesus and about Christianity. There were people who had distorted the Word of God... But Paul pulled no punches. Throughout the New Testament, he got right down to business and...

Are you submissive to spiritual leadership? Today, you learn from Pastor Bill's message to be wise and cautious about the fellowship that you attend. When you attend a local church, you need to be able to respect the leadership at that church and to be submissive to its leadership. That's why finding a good church home is so important. Pastor Bill encourages you to make sure that you find a church...

Stay rooted in the Word of the Lord. Today, you learn from Pastor Bill's message to stay grounded in the Bible. There is all sorts of false teaching and false information in the world. As a believer, you have to stay on guard and alert from these false teachings. One of the best ways to do that Pastor Bill explains is by staying rooted in your faith and in the Word. Take time each day to be in the...

Do you feel like you are in a state of constant warfare? As you listen to today's message from Pastor Bill, he affirms that as a believer in Jesus Christ, you are in a battle. There are all sorts of warfare going on within the spiritual realms. However, Pastor Bill encourages you, that you are not in it alone. God is in the battle with you. Not only that, He goes before you and has already won the...

Abound in the work of the Lord! In today's message from Pastor Bill, he encourages you to do all of your unto the Lord. At the end of your life, only the work you've done for Christ will ultimately matter. That's why it's important to not get caught up in the cares and treasures of this world. Those things will soon pass away and amount to nothing. But Pastor Bill explains, that what you do for Ch...

Who do you admire or look up to? As you listen to today's message from Pastor Bill, you learn that it's good to have role models and people you admire. However, the ultimate role model is Jesus. He is the One who is a life-giving Spirit. A relationship with Him gives you life and life abundantly. Pastor Bill explains that sometimes people will let you down. However, God promises to never leave or...

Oftentimes people tend to think that when you become a follower of Jesus your life will be better. Pastor Bill emphasizes in today’s message that though a life with Christ is much richer, it doesn’t promise a life free of hardships. Even Jesus didn’t have an easy life. His conception was mocked and then He was misunderstood, beaten, and murdered. But in His death, you and I have the greatest victo...

It can be hard to comprehend what heaven will look like. In today’s message, Pastor Bill will shed a little light on life in heaven based upon what the Bible says. Of course, we don’t have all the answers but we do know we’ll have jobs based upon our faithfulness here on earth. How are you doing with that? Are you in God’s Word? Are you sharing the good news of His grace, love, and hope? If not, b...

The end times is a topic that can cause a whole bag full of emotions. But in today’s message with Pastor Bill, you’ll learn about the great hope that arises when God brings every believer home. When the Lord returns for His children, this should cause excitement rather than fear. For the Father will be reunited with His children…just as it was supposed to be from the beginning. So rather than be a...

Today’s message with Pastor Bill will remind you of the grace that is found in Jesus Christ. The reality of what Jesus did for you should motivate you to share the good news of Christ without fear. If you find yourself in a place of distance from the Lord…in a place where you feel you have nothing to share, be encouraged. His grace is sufficient for you. For even when you’re week, He is strong. So...

The resurrection of Jesus was a powerful depiction of grace, love, and hope. In today’s message, Pastor Bill will challenge you in your faith. For you cannot be truly saved if you don’t believe that Jesus resurrected from the dead. His resurrection was more than just a historical event. His resurrection was and is the Gospel. The Good News that believers no longer have to fear death for Jesus defe...

When Jesus resurrected from the dead He proclaimed what every believer’s mission was to be. In today’s message, Pastor Bill will explain that that mission is to go out into the nations spreading the gospel…which is the good news of Jesus’ death and resurrection. His death meant victory over darkness. Are you living out the mission Jesus has called you to? Are you hiding where it’s comfortable or a...

What is the one gift that every believer receives when they receive Jesus Christ as their personal Lord and Savior? In today's message from Pastor Bill, he expresses that the Holy Spirit is the gift that's given when you receive Jesus. Jesus sends you His Spirit to help convict you of sin, to comfort you, and to guide you in the ways of Truth. Pastor Bill encourages you, to listen to the ways of t...

Do you see some people as not worthy to be forgiven? As you listen to today's message from Pastor Bill, he challenges you to ask yourself this question. The Bible teaches you that God desires for no one to perish, not one. Jesus came so that all may have the gift of eternal life. Pastor Bill explains, that if Jesus was willing to forgive you of your sin, you should be willing to forgive others. Al...

Has God called you to service within your local church body? As you listen to today's message from Pastor Bill, he stresses the importance of serving within the local church. Yes, there are seasons where God has called you to simply receive. However, don't be stuck in that season for too long. God has given to you gifts and talents, that He desires to use to serve others. Pastor Bill explains, tha...

Have you ever seen people take too much liberty in the name of the Holy Spirit? In today's message from Pastor Bill, he warns you to make sure that the gifts of the Holy Spirit align with what's in God's Word. Sometimes people will go crazy doing outrageous things, saying that it's the move of the Spirit. When in actuality, it's them displaying false teaching. Pastor Bill reminds you to always sta...

Has gone given you a word that you're quickly wanting to share with someone else? As you listen to today's message from Pastor Bill, he explains the importance of being careful when you receive a word from the Lord. First, make sure it aligns with God's Word. Second, be sure to apply that word to your own life first, before trying to pass it on to others. Third, Pastor Bill encourages you to be pr...

Sometimes in life, it can be easy to get caught in the comparison trap. However, in today's message from Pastor Bill, he wants you to see the gifts and abilities God's given to you. What are the unique traits God has blessed you with that can help you to serve others? You might not have a gift that stands out or is in the public spotlight. But whatever you've been given, Pastor Bill encourages you...

In this world, what do you run after? As you listen to today's message from Pastor Bill, he encourages you to chase after love. Let loving God, others, and yourself be your aim. Many people are zealous for the spiritual gifts from God, but not love. The Bible says that without love, your efforts are pointless. Pastor Bill exhorts you to live your life like Jesus, by showing and demonstrating love....

In today's message, Pastor Bill will remind you that love rejoices in all good things. Love rejoices when the prodigal son comes home, love welcomes the prodigal son home... Love forgives. Jesus demonstrated this throughout the entire New Testament. Perhaps Jesus' greatest demonstration of love was on the cross. The son of the Most High allowed Himself to be beaten, mocked, and killed... all to sh...

Take a moment to think over the life of Jesus... Many people mocked, ridiculed, insulted, and even hated Jesus for all of the things that He said and did in the New Testament... But how did Jesus respond to the hatred that was daily hurled at Him? He responded with kindness and grace. Jesus, in His humanity, could've responded in anger or in hurtful words. As a Christian, you can take a note from...

In today's message, Pastor Bill will remind you that love is one of the most important spiritual gifts and disciplines. Now, love isn't the only spiritual discipline, there many. Such spiritual disciplines include prophecy, patience, kindness, and many others... But even if you've been greatly gifted in one of these spirituals disciplines, none of them are very important if love is not included in...