Anchored Hope

What do you believe happens when you die? There are a lot of different ideas of what life after death is like. Some believe that nothing happens - your body rots and you cease to exist. Others believe in things like heaven, hell, and reincarnation as well as many other ideas. In today’s message, Pastor Marc teaches you about what Jesus had to say when the Sadducees questioned Him about the resurre...

In recent years there’s been more and more controversy over how far the government’s authority extends. Many are familiar with Bible verses instructing Christians to obey the government, but what happens when their ordinances go against God’s? In today’s message, Pastor Marc teaches you how Jesus answered a similar question that was posed to Him. His answer was that you should give to the governme...

You know in the old movies when people traveled by train, they’d have a Ticketmaster that would walk through the passenger cars checking everyone’s tickets. If you had a ticket then you were good, but if you didn’t – then you’d get kicked off the train. Pastor Marc teaches you in today’s message, that God has given out an invitation to enjoy eternity in a right relationship with Him, but you can o...

If you know anything about ancient stone buildings, you know that the cornerstone is the most important piece. Even today, you can see buildings that are built using cornerstones. One thing you might notice is that sometimes the cornerstone can stick out from the structure being a place where you could trip. In Today’s message, Pastor Marc teaches you that Jesus is the Cornerstone of a life of fai...

Some people have made the claim that if God really wants them to believe in Him then He’s got to prove Himself to them. They’re looking for a sign from heaven, but they’re blind to the miracles that are all around them. They’re deaf to the Word that God has given us. In today’s message, Pastor Marc teaches you about Israel’s rejection of Jesus and His prophets. God in His love for you has been try...

Mike Tyson is one of the greatest boxers in recent generations. To watch him go toe to toe with his opponents is fascinating to watch. His tenacity, his power, and his sheer will to win is amazing. But Mike Tyson doesn’t have anything on Jesus. Jesus doesn’t box physically, but He sure knew how to go toe to toe with the Pharisees. When they questioned His authority, He answered their question with...

Have you ever watched the show, “Under-Cover Boss?” It’s where the owner of the company poses as an entry-level employee. It often shows a manager who treats the under-cover employee horribly and completely misrepresents the company. Oh, what a surprise that manager gets when the boss is revealed! Now, imagine being a corrupt religious leader of the church and the God of the universe shows up. Wha...

Have you ever had a view of Jesus that wasn’t completely true to His image? In today’s message, Pastor Marc reveals the character and amazing implications behind the ministry of Jesus! Sometimes, it can be tempting to view the Bible from your own cultural context. Doing so can lead to some very serious misunderstandings in the Bible. It’s important to study the Word, showing yourself approved, not...

Have you ever wondered if there was something of a story within a story in the Bible? In today’s message, Pastor Marc pulls back the story on paper, to reveal the hidden treasures of the Bible. For example, this donkey symbolizes the king presenting himself as a servant! Wow, I never would have come up with that on my own! This message is packed with invaluable information like that! Don’t miss th...

We’ve all been under authority at some point here on earth, but have you ever wondered what it’s like in heaven? In today’s message, Pastor Marc brings us even more nuggets of pure gold, about Jesus’s travel to Jerusalem, while revealing the kingdom of heaven. As a minister of the gospel, you’re really a servant. God needs you to go low, to be lifted up and trusted with more responsibilities here...

Have you ever wondered if the travels of Jesus were telling more than just what’s written on paper? In today’s message, Pastor Marc takes us on a journey to Jerusalem, with Jesus explaining all the symbolism you might have missed your first time through the Gospels. Don’t miss the exciting discoveries in today’s message! You know the Bible tells us that it has hidden treasure in it, and today’s me...

It’s easy to take for granted our ability to identify as Christians, and have conversations about our beliefs, without the fear of persecution. Today, “suffering for the Lord” may mean not sleeping in on a Sunday, or not watching that movie you know is inappropriate. In some parts of the world, you would be punished for sharing about Jesus or even acknowledging Christianity. In today’s message, Pa...

Have you ever wanted to upgrade your phone, but there aren’t any good deals for existing customers? On the other hand, if someone new signs up, they get the free phone you’ve been working for. As Pastor Marc will show you in today’s message, Peter had the same feeling about a rich young ruler Jesus called to follow Him. Except in this case, Jesus is not talking about a new phone, He’s talking abou...

Have you ever known, or seen someone who seems to have everything together? They have plenty of money, friends, and/or family; from the outside, they don’t seem to lack anything, but when you talk to them, something is missing. Maybe you are that person, who by the world’s standards, should be happy and fulfilled, but you aren’t. Despite your best efforts…you just can’t figure out why. In today’s...

Have you ever reached a point where you thought that you could work your way into heaven? Maybe you started by talking to people you knew, who went to church, by saying things like, “What do I have to do to earn a spot in heaven?” You may have struggled so much that you were about to give up hope. In today’s message, you may be surprised to learn this has been a question for so long, that people e...

In a healthy marriage, both spouses will put the other over themselves. This directly contradicts the worldly mindset of serving yourself first and if someone isn’t serving you and making you feel good, you should get out of that situation. This is part of why divorce rates are so high. People are basing the health of their relationship on how it makes them feel. As Pastor Marc will challenge us i...

Our world pushes the idea that you need to take care of “number one” first. Like so many worldly philosophies, there’s some basis in good, healthy truth here… if you aren’t in a healthy place mentally, emotionally, or spiritually, you won’t be able to contribute well to your world. But, as Pastor Marc will challenge us in today’s message, submitting ourselves to others in selfless service is an im...

Every single one of us was born into a life of spiritual debt. From a very young age, we started sinning against others and against God. Every good work is just as quickly canceled out by sinful thoughts, feelings, and deeds and the debt just keeps growing. We’re destined for an eternity in a debtor prison full of torment. But, as Pastor Marc will remind us in today’s message, we have another opti...

Forgiveness can be hard. When someone’s hurt you or someone you love, it can be very challenging to see the pain they’ve caused and put it behind you. Depending on the severity of their sin, it may feel impossible. But, as Pastor Marc will explain in today’s message, this is a crucial characteristic in the life of every believer. Under your own power, it is impossible to have this kind of grace, b...

No church is perfect from this standpoint. Every church is made up of people who falter and mess up and this will affect the whole body. The real problem comes when we try to pretend like we don’t have these problems and we ignore sin and conflict in our midst. In today’s message, Pastor Marc will explain that confronting others about sin is a vital part of how we function in the Church. It needs...

This is a common misconception - that avoiding conflict or confrontation is the most loving way to deal with someone who’s offended you or committed an obvious sin. It’s certainly easier, but it’s almost always the worst thing you can do. As followers of Jesus, we can expect to face suffering and sacrifice our own comfort for the sake of others, but as Pastor Marc will challenge us in today’s mess...

Sin isn’t worth compromising your intimacy with God. People have taken today’s passage extremely literally at times - actually maiming themselves in response to sin. As Pastor Marc will clarify in today’s message, when Jesus tells us that it’d be better to cut off our hand than allow it to lead us into sin, He’s illustrating the severity of sin, not suggesting that this is a good way to prevent si...

Children held very little value in the culture of Jesus’ day. It’s not that parents didn’t love their children, but they were expected to give grownups space and stay out of their way. They were weak and mortality rates were high. They may have been seen as more of a burden than a blessing until they reached an age where they could contribute to the family's needs. As Pastor Marc will point out in...

Jesus, on His journey, received a bunch of questions under pressure. In today's message, Pastor Marc will help us understand what Jesus has to say about taxes. There's a notable moment when Peter unknowingly chats with a tax collector, and he and the other disciples receive a valuable lesson through a relatable story. The people listening gain a glimpse of who Jesus really is, based on how He answ...

God doesn't choose those who are already qualified, but rather, He empowers and qualifies those whom He calls. Pastor Marc is set to illustrate this principle today by discussing the example of Peter and most of the disciples, highlighting that they weren’t highly qualified individuals, but were called and taught by Jesus Himself. The teaching reveals a valuable insight into both Jesus' identity a...