Anchored Hope

The works God does through us, like the miracle He used Peter to perform in healing the lame beggar at Jerusalem’s Beautiful Gate, are designed to point the attention back to Him and they present the opportunity for us to humble ourselves and step out of His way. As Pastor Marc examines the sermon that followed this healing event, he’ll draw our attention to the way that God utilized Peter and the...

We tend to look at the early Church through what could be called “hero goggles”. We read about the incredible events that happened in their midst and we attribute it to their humility or some other trait that we’re missing. As Pastor Marc will remind us in today’s message, their success in ministry had nothing to do with anything they did. All the credit needs to go to the Holy Spirit. They opened...

We have an innate desire to build ourselves up and pursue our own success. Following Jesus requires laying that down for the sake of His glory and the furthering of His Kingdom. Your mind and heart will fight this shift - it won’t come easy. As Pastor Marc examines the story of the lame beggar at the Gate Beautiful, he’ll remind us that this man had no hope in his own strength or the systems of ma...

There are many denominations of Christianity that have differing beliefs when it comes to baptism and how it relates to salvation. As Pastor Marc continues his teaching series through the book of Acts, he’ll be explaining that baptismal regeneration, or the belief baptism is necessary for salvation isn’t biblical. Baptism is indeed an important step of obedience for a Christian, but baptism itself...

Today, Pastor Marc will be explaining to you that there is only One Way to get to the Father in Heaven, and that is through Jesus. Jesus is the Door through which all must enter eternal life. There is no other way because He alone is the Way, the Truth, and the Life. The way to eternal life is restricted to just one avenue which is Jesus. The Way is narrow because it is the only way, and relativel...

As Pastor Marc continues his teaching series through the book of Acts, he’ll be challenging you to depend on the power of the Holy Spirit on a daily basis. Always remember, that the same Spirit that raised Christ from the grave, lives within you! No matter what spiritual attack comes your way, and no matter what sin has held you in bondage, the power of the Holy Spirit living within you can help....

As a Christian, you’ve been commanded to preach the Gospel and to make disciples. The most important thing to remember when doing that is to speak the Word of God. It is the Word of God that’s living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart. God can use your testimo...

Spiritual gifts are accessible today just like they were in the New Testament in the early church. God moved in miraculous ways in and through those Christians to accomplish His will and bring more to salvation. That’s how it should look in churches today, too. Pastor Marc’s going to point you to The Holy Spirit today, to let Him do His Work in you. But, you’ll also see that it’s not the gifts you...

When the early Christians started the first church in the book of Acts, God moved mightily in them through His Holy Spirit. God working in the lives of those faithful to Him was the birth of the first church. That’s our example for today, and that’s what it should still look like. Pastor Marc’s going to remind you today to keep your eyes on Jesus and to find the strength you need to fulfill God’s...

Decisions you make on a daily basis, and the actions you take, should have God at the center. He alone is the source of the strength you need to do His will, and He’ll provide all your needs on your journey in faith if you keep your eyes set on Him. Today, Pastor Marc’s going to encourage you to keep your focus there. On Jesus. To add anything else that you think might help might not necessarily b...

The early Christians in the church in the Book of Acts were in constant communion with each other. They encouraged each other in the faith, helped those in need, and told the message of Jesus Christ everywhere they went. Today, Pastor Marc’s going to cover the confusion over who the twelfth apostle in that time was, but more importantly, that the decision was based on God’s will. God was the cente...

Being baptized in The Holy Spirit was the main event of the early church. When they came together in prayer, they received that gift from God so they could have the power to go out and make disciples of others like Jesus did. Today, Pastor Marc’s going to encourage you to seek The Holy Spirit’s strength only He can give. He’s your source of encouragement when you’re down, and guidance when you nee...

Being bold to move when you sense God urging you to move is important to see all the things God has planned to work through you come to fruition. However, when you don’t have that confirmation from God, being patient and waiting on Him is the best thing to do. Today, Pastor Marc is going to encourage you to be sensitive to The Holy Spirit and His guidance. You can be baptized in The Holy Spirit li...

God can use anyone. Throughout Scripture you see Him choose the weakest and the lowest to work the most through. In Acts, it’s no different. The disciples of Jesus, just ordinary men, were the ones who the early church was started through. Today, Pastor Marc’s going to show you that God can use you in just as amazing ways. He’s just looking for your heart to be submitted to Him and serving Him so...

The book of Acts tells all about how The Holy Spirit worked through the disciples and the early church. It’s a perfect example of what a church should still look like, today, too. Pastor Marc is going to show you that it’s all centered on Jesus, with The Spirit giving them the power to do all the miraculous signs they did. Is He the focus of your life today? Do you see how He’s moved in and throug...

Have you been looking to strengthen your faith in the resurrection of Jesus? In today’s message Pastor Marc, explores all the different people the Lord came to show proof of His resurrection. It’s refreshing to see how the Lord is about to encounter such a diversity of people in the way that they can see Him. The Lord wants to be known by you, and you should desire to be known by the Lord. Come an...

Would you have been there with the women who first saw Jesus after His resurrection? In today’s message, Pastor Marc will take you through the perspectives and beliefs of His followers. Do you remember doubting Thomas? Do you remember how the Lord came to meet him even in his state of unbelief? Regardless of our perspectives, the Lord is able to fulfill the promises in His word; so we can rest in...

Ever since the beginning of time, there has been a common theme for those who pass from this life to the next; the righteous go to paradise and the wicked are condemned. Have you ever wondered where Jesus went for those three days between his death, burial, and resurrection? Well, in today’s message Pastor Marc, explores some theories of where He went and what He did while he was there. Come expan...

Have you ever made the connection that the Jewish feasts are reflected in the resurrection of the Lord Jesus? You might have seen something about these feasts in the Old Testament. In today’s message Pastor Marc, covers these hidden gems in scripture. In these feasts, God has revealed His plan for mankind. God knows the end from the beginning and only starts something to have it finished, and that...

Have you taken a look at all the signs the Lord left the on-lookers of his execution? Have you seen anything in the Old Testament that revealed Jesus in the New Testament? Or how about what an honor it was for the Lord to give to these faithful women awaiting His resurrection? These lovers of Jesus got to be the first evangelist of the resurrection! In today’s message Pastor Marc, examines the rol...

Can you imagine what it was like on that day? That faithful day when Jesus was crucified on the cross and gave up the ghost. In today’s message Pastor Marc, takes you there; up to the very moment that darkness covered the land, the earth shook, and the veil was torn. Can you imagine what the soldiers were thinking when all of this was happening? I wonder if they ended up changing their mind about...

You know it’s tempting, in today’s world to think about all that God can do for you. In today’s message Pastor Marc, reminds us that we aren’t repenting to make our life better; we’re repenting because we’ve rebelled against God. Think of Jesus on the cross, He bled for you, He died for you, not so you could keep on sinning, but rather to live a life empowered by the Holy Spirit to walk out righte...

You’ve probably met someone like that; someone that tried to change the image of God into the image of themselves and their own preferences. In today’s message Pastor Marc, reminds us that our will, and our desires; are to be conformed to the will of the Father. This life isn’t about us, it’s about Him, and what He wants to accomplish with it. You can look at Jesus, He was obedient even to the poi...

What exactly did Jesus do to get Jesus killed by Pilate? In today’s message Pastor Marc, examines the trials of Jesus and the charges that were brought against Him. Was there a specific charge that got Pilate’s attention more so, than the others? Why didn’t he listen to his wife? Why was Rome concerned about Jewish issues anyway? You’ll find all this out and more as Pastor Marc shows exactly what...

Did you know there is a difference in how we repent for our sins? In today’s message Pastor Marc, contrasts how Peter who denied Jesus, and Judas who betrayed Jesus. Judas was repentant in that he regretted his actions, but there was no change of life that followed. Peter repented and returned to the commission Jesus gave him. Repentance isn’t just saying you’re sorry, it’s evidenced in a changed...