Anchored Hope

Have you ever prayed for something and God didn’t give you what you asked for? It may have been something selfless and noble like healing for a loved one, provision for someone in need, or deliverance from an addiction. Yet, God didn’t do it. Why? This is a hard question and it’s fair. You can ask God and listen for His response. In today’s message, Pastor Marc will point out that the disciples de...

Many people today still see Jesus as a teacher and perhaps a healer or giver. They want wisdom for daily living from His sermons and they want a genie in a bottle for when they have a physical ailment or some other challenge in life. But, as Pastor Marc will point out in today’s message, Jesus ultimately came to establish Himself as Lord in the hearts of those who believe. He wants us to come to H...

Our hearts can’t contain the full goodness of God. In those moments of intimate prayer or reflection, when you get a glimpse of the way He’s working in you or those around you, you get a sense of how good He is, but it’s just a small taste. As Pastor Marc will explain in today’s message, men are incapable of comprehending the holiness of God. He operates with perfect justice and love and His will...

The concept of eternity and God’s independence from the restrictions of time can be hard to wrap our minds around. If a thousand years is like a day to Him, being in the “last days” means His return could be thousands of years from now as easily as it could be tomorrow. As Pastor Marc examines today’s passage, he’ll point out that if the members of the early Church were already in the last days, w...

What a glorious day it will be when all Christ's followers are united together in Heaven to worship the King! There will be no awkward “hellos,” or avoiding conversations. It will be the greatest family reunion imaginable! Today, Pastor Marc will teach listeners through the transfiguration, and the valuable lessons that we can take from this moment in history. This event proves that there is etern...

What was the setting like when Jesus was transfigured in the presence of Moses and Elijah on a mountain? In today’s message, Pastor Marc will provide context to listeners about that significant event, including who was there, and where it took place. There is a reason that Jesus took certain disciples with Him. It is important for us to know the details behind certain moments in the Bible, because...

Following Christ requires sacrifice. Dying to ourselves is not easy, but it is what’s required to make Jesus - the Lord of our life. Today, Pastor Marc will challenge listeners with the truth of what it means to be a disciple of Jesus. There is a reason that some do not answer the call to follow Jesus because it requires self-sacrifice on earth. What is holding you back from committing your entire...

How do you know if God is speaking to you? This is a question that is often asked by Christ-followers. In today’s teaching, Pastor Marc will help listeners identify the ways that the Lord communicates to people. Even more so, we are challenged to be aware of, and in tune with, who God is - so that we can discern His voice! Whatever the message may be, the Holy Spirit is active in the lives of beli...

Have you ever known someone who seemed unreachable? With their lifestyle or their background, there just seemed to be no hope of them turning to Jesus. In those cases, it’s easy to not even try to share the Gospel with them. What’s the point? In today’s message, Pastor Marc will remind us that it isn’t our job to decide who’s likely to accept Christ or not - we’re simply called to share His messag...

Many religious movements, including branches of Christianity, have been built on the charisma of an individual or group of people. Churches can be formed and grown by a passionate pastor without God’s blessing or favor. When you see a large, growing church, you can’t assume that God is behind it. You have to discern whether it’s growing under the power and wisdom of man, or because the members are...

If you aren’t for Jesus, you’re against Him. In our culture with its pervasive humanistic philosophy, we’re often fed the idea that whatever you want to believe is fine. It’s your truth and as long as you're kind and tolerant towards others, you can do and say whatever you want. This doesn’t fit with the Gospel. As Pastor Marc will point out in today’s message, the Bible distinguishes Jesus as the...

If you talk to many non-believers and ask them what they think of Jesus, you’ll get a wide range of answers. For many, they might say He was a “good person” who loved everyone. That’s true, but it’s very surface-level. Most of us, Christians and non-Christians alike try to make Jesus fit our idea of who we want Him to be. Typically He complies very well with our worldview and is tolerant towards o...

Are you familiar with these phrases? “God never gives you more than you can handle.” or “God helps those who help themselves.” They’re often quoted with the weight of Scripture, and even mistaken as Bible verses. But while they may be inspired by the Bible, they aren’t in the Bible. As Pastor Marc will challenge us in today’s message, how familiar are you really with God’s Word? We need to hide it...

Gender and sexuality are extremely sensitive topics in today’s culture. All of us have likely sinned in these areas at some level, so none of us can throw stones. If you’ve even looked at someone with lust in your heart - you’ve sinned against God. As Pastor Marc will challenge us in today’s message, this fact should lead to grace and compassion in how we approach these controversial issues, but i...

In today’s passage, we’ll witness Jesus calling a Canaanite woman a dog. When you first read His words, it’s a bit shocking. It seems to go against the gracious, kind character we know and love. But, as Pastor Marc will clarify in today’s message, Jesus’ words weren’t delivered as an insult, but with tenderness. The word He used could be better translated as referring to a helpless puppy. He then...

We have a lot in common with the Jews who lived in the years before Jesus’ first coming. We’re living with the promise of a return that could come at any moment. As Pastor Marc continues our study of the Gospel of Matthew in today’s message, we’ll examine a transition in Jesus’ earthly ministry. He came in fulfillment of prophecy that the Jews had clung to for hundreds of years, yet they couldn’t...

In the Bible, Jesus said that the most important commandment was to love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind. Jesus also said that the second most important commandment was to love your neighbor as yourself. But if it’s one thing Pastor Marc wants you to take home with you today, it’s to always walk in love. In today’s message, you’ll find that the Pha...

We live in a world with many false religions and doctrines. And as a result of this, people all over the world can be persuaded by teachings that aren’t of the Bible. In today’s message, Pastor Marc warns you and tells you not to be confused by the teachings of man. In Jesus's time, He came to challenge people’s minds about misconceptions in the scriptures of Judaism. He performed miracles on the...

In the Bible, Jesus tested His disciples because Jesus prepared them for something bigger than they could imagine. After Jesus left, it would be them who would carry on the great commission that was to make disciples of all the nations. When God sends you a test, He’s looking to see if you trust Him. He’s preparing you for the path He needs you to go down. So in today’s message, Pastor Marc recall...

In the Bible, the 12 disciples found themselves on a boat out in the sea with a terrible storm. And much like the disciples, we go through storms in our lives too. Do you find yourself going through tough or troubling times? These difficult moments in your life could be a trial sent by God. When God tests you, He’s testing your faith and preparing you for what’s to come. And in today’s message, Pa...

Are you in a situation where you feel uncertain about your future? Maybe you’re worried about a family member who is sick or in a financial bind. In today’s message, Pastor Marc reminds you to give everything to Jesus Christ. No situation is too big or small enough for Jesus. When you give Jesus control over your life and let Him guide you, you can rest knowing Jesus will provide. Pastor Marc remi...

Sometimes you go through life thinking you can make it on your own. But even if you make it far, you will realize you can’t do it yourself. God doesn’t want you to go through it by yourself. When you accept God into your life, you can count on God to lead you through any situation. That’s why in today’s message, Pastor Marc tells you to give God all your struggles - no matter how big or small. Whe...

Have you ever been through a situation that left you doubting your faith in God? Sometimes life can get hard: And unfortunately, some people push God away. But today, Pastor Marc is here to tell you that God STILL wants you. If you’ve ever felt doubted your relationship with God, Pastor Marc tells you two things to mend it. You make Jesus Christ your Lord and Savior of your life. And secondly, you...

Have you ever been through a moment where you felt like something was not real, and it turned out to be very real? The power of unbelief can be very compelling until reality comes in, and it’s suddenly in front of your face. Some people go their whole lives denying God or never accepting Him, and then they’re face to face with Him. In today’s message, Pastor Marc warns you about the power of unbel...

Are you a believer of Jesus, or a disciple of Jesus? Today, Pastor Marc is going to encourage you to not settle for just believing in Jesus but to listen to the call that He has given you. He calls you to be a disciple! That means it is your job to spread the good news of the Gospel for other people to hear. You shouldn’t keep what God has done a secret in your life, you should spread it like wild...