A Transforming Word

A self-proclaimed Christian whose life looks no different than before Christ is likely not a true follower of Christ. That may sound like a strong judgment, but this truth is stressed in multiple places throughout Scripture, as Pastor Bill will point out in today’s message. When Christ comes into your life and saves you from sin, He’s not just saving you from its eternal consequences – He’s saving...

Nearly every prophet you read about in Scripture experienced great resistance by God’s people. Yet, these men were directly called by God to bring their message. It was God’s Word the people were rejecting. As Pastor Bill will warn in today’s message, this is still happening today, as much inside the Church as outside of it. It’s a dangerous game that people are playing. They want to fashion God i...

If you’re a parent, or you’ve worked with kids, you’ve likely experienced moments where you had to balance mercy and justice. As humans we struggle with this. You love those kids dearly and you want the best for them, but you realize that their behavior requires correction. To discipline becomes the merciful thing when it comes to a point where they’re taking advantage of your grace. As Pastor Bil...

Our God is worthy of praise. He’s done so much for you! Even if you find yourself in a deep, dark valley in this life, when you consider His grace and the promises He’s given you, you have reason for great joy and gratitude. As Pastor Bill will remind us in today’s message, an important part of your prayer and worship life as a believer is to spend time praising God – even when you don’t feel like...

All of us have things in our past that we get hung up on and beat ourselves up over. What good does that do? Much of the time, this comes out of a sense of disappointment that we failed to meet God’s standards. As Pastor Bill will encourage us in today’s message, as Paul demonstrated, God forgives the worst of sins and the most despicable sinners. Even those who directly persecute God’s beloved Ch...

The Word of God is vital in the life of every believer. It’s not something you need to squeeze into your schedule if possible. It needs to be a top priority in your day. That may mean waking up early so you can start your day out with that life-giving time of study and prayer, or dedicating a time later in the day to get alone and focus on that time with God. As Pastor Bill will emphasize in today...

God desires your dependence and obedience. If you dedicate yourself to seeking Him and His will for you, He’ll honor that. He doesn’t speak in riddles or hide His will in some elaborate spiritual scavenger hunt for His personal entertainment. As Pastor Bill will explain in today’s message, God reveals Himself to those who seek Him faithfully. If you’re not hearing or seeing His will and direction...

No man is more faithful than God. He is always faithful to His Children and to who He is – He’s unchanging. While you can’t ever expect to match His faithfulness, you should aspire to reflect it to the world around you. As Pastor Bill will challenge us in today’s message, when you say something - mean it. If you make a promise – keep it. Even if it’s inconvenient or uncomfortable for you, it’s a r...

Often times we let fear rule our lives and our decisions. Whether it’s fear of failure or fear of embarrassment, that fear controls our thoughts. Today, Pastor Bill talks about how fear is a choice. As Christians, we know we have God’s promise that He will work all things together for good, and yet, we constantly think worst case scenario. Take confidence in God’s promises and trust in Him to see...

Sometimes we look at missionaries who’ve given up their home to share the word of God, and we look at our own jobs of parenthood maybe, and think it’s less significant. Today, Pastor Bill reminds us that any work you’re doing for the Lord, is a great work. You might look at toes and think, “they’re tiny, they’re unnecessary” but if you take the toes away from the body, you can’t balance. The body...

If you’re working a job and not getting paid for it, do you give it your all? We often think that we deserve so much, but Pastor Bill reminds us today that we don’t deserve anything at all; all that you have is a gift from God. We’re called to do everything as if we’re doing it for the Lord. That meal you don’t want to cook? Cook it for Jesus. That project that you’re not excited to help out with?...

People often think that being disrespected is the worst thing, but Pastor Bill reminds us today of something that’s even more horrendous, and that’s division amongst ourselves. If we take advantage of each other, we’re bringing nothing but more hurt and pain into the world. As a Christian, you need to live your life as an example of what you believe. Live out love and inspire hope in those who don...

Do you tend to be good at multi-tasking? Some people have a knack for it while others feel incapable of doing more than one focused thing at a time. Well today, Pastor Bill explains what it’s like to be doing things for God, while also being on guard against attacks that are aimed your way. If it feels like too much, know that it’s through God’s strength and help that you can do anything. So in th...

Imagine you’re on a soccer team and there’s someone heckling you on the sideline, baiting you to throw in the towel. They keep saying you’re no good, you should just give up, it’s a waste of your time. This is a legitimate enemy to your cause and you have to block them out of your mind and refuse to quit. It’s the same with Satan. Pastor Bill reminds you today that it’s important to ignore the lie...

In a court case, you feel safe and protected when questioned by your own lawyer because you’ve gone over the plan and the strategy of what you’ll say. But then when you’re interrogated by the prosecution, it’s much more nerve-racking because you’re being questioned in a way where they’re looking to incriminate you, based on how you answer. In life, you have an enemy that’s throwing questions your...

A football team is comprised of multiple players who serve different roles to make the team successful. If the kicker doesn’t do his part, it affects the team. If the receiver constantly fumbles, he’s failing the rest of the team. If the quarterback is inconsistent, the other players can’t accomplish what they’re trying to do. Today, Pastor Bill teaches on the idea of each person serving and doing...

When a football team is scouting out a player to recruit, you want to show your finest work or ability to them while they’re watching. But what if you put the same amount of effort into the practices, even though the scouts weren’t there to see? In today’s passage, Pastor Bill reinforces the idea of doing your best for God, whether or not people are watching. Ultimately, you want to be working or...

In today's message, Pastor Bill will remind you that the voice of satan can be very deceptive. Sometimes the enemy of your soul will lead you in directions that are similar to the ways of the Lord... With some sort of perversion. You think that you're doing the right thing, when really you've been tricked. Its important that you as a Christian are always listening for the voice of the Lord... But...

Whenever you do the will of the Lord, there will be opposition. When you make the choice to be obedient to the promptings of the Lord... The enemy of your soul hates it. He hates your willing obedience and he hates that work for the Kingdom of God is being accomplished. He will do anything to get you to stop... But the Lord will always protect you. God and satan are not equals. The Lord allows him...

In today's message, Pastor Bill will remind you to be persistent and patient in your prayer. Sometimes we get so excited or so desperate for something that we pray and pray and pray... And God doesn't answer our prayer when we thought He would. It can be a really disappointing feeling... But this doesn't mean God won't answer your prayer. The Bible says that God's ways are higher than ours. He wil...

In today's message, Pastor Bill will share with you that God “burdens” people with the things that God cares about. In your life, you may be burdened with the desire to help people suffering from addiction or illness. Whatever the case may be, Pastor Bill will remind you that there is a right way to go about this burden. Should you gather people around you and complain about the cause God has laid...

In today's message, Pastor Bill will share with you about the central theme of the book of Nehemiah. The Book of Nehemiah is based around the idea of rebuilding or restoration. Later in the book of Nehemiah you'll see a theme of revival. So what does this all point to? Jesus. We see not only a rebuilding of a city but of a nation's relationship with God. Not only do we see a revival of a nation bu...

Are you stagnant in your relationship with the Lord? Pastor challenges you in today’s message to stretch yourself and find ways to serve the Lord. If you don’t feel adequate enough in the area you’re serving, it’s just another opportunity for you to rely on His strength in your weakness. Serving isn’t always comfortable but it’s not about staying comfortable. Growth doesn’t happen when we’re stagn...

God sees the potential in you, even when you keep messing up. His love and grace covers your brokenness, no matter what. Pastor Bill will ask you in today’s message, have you responded to God’s love for you? He’ll challenge you today to find ways to serve the Lord. When you’re changed from the inside out, it will be evident by the way you live and serve Him. Is there something in your life that’s...

In Paul’s letter to Titus, he urges him not to pass judgement on others because of their sin. We’re all sinners in desperate need of a Savior. Pastor Bill will challenge you today to take a look at your own life before you speak negatively about someone else. If you’ve been saved from the grip of sin, it doesn’t mean that you did something to earn your salvation, it’s by the grace of God… His love...