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We live in a culture that condemns the act of judging, don’t we? We are looked down upon if we ever speak truth into anyone’s life. However, the Bible tells us to judge. It doesn’t tell us to condemn, but we can use judgment. We are commanded to call out the sin we see in another believer’s life, as long as it’s done in love. In his message today, Pastor Mark will encourage you to judge, but judge...

We all want to be liked, don’t we? Nobody seeks to be hated by everyone in the world. It’s a strong human desire to be liked, so that can make it hard to speak the truth when we know others don’t agree with us. In today’s message, Pastor Mark will encourage you to be a witness to the light that is Jesus. Don’t shy away from speaking the truth. That doesn’t mean you have to call out the sin of frie...

How do we react when we’re attacked verbally? Maybe we’re expressing the truth of who Jesus is, and someone spews hateful words at us. It’s so easy to react out of our flesh and emotions. In his message today, Pastor Mark will remind you that it’s not really you that the world hates, it’s the God you stand for. It’s so important when you are attacked for your beliefs that you are led by the Holy S...

It’s difficult to go through times in our faith when we don’t feel God’s presence as much as we used to, isn’t it? It’s also difficult to wrestle with why God is allowing pain and struggle to happen in our lives. What if we sense God calling us to do something challenging? It’s tempting to pull away from God in the hard times. In today’s message, Pastor Mark will encourage you to stay faithful to...

Do we seek God’s face or God’s hand? It’s easy when we’re new Christians to concentrate on seeking God’s hand. Our prayers are focused on what we can get from God. In our times of worship, we think about what we receive. God wants to pour out blessings on us, but He really wants to have a relationship with us. In his message today, Pastor Mark will challenge you to take a step of maturation in you...

We think that the message of the gospel is fairly clear. Jesus said He’s the only way to get to God. How can you get clearer than that? Jesus is the way, the truth, and the life. However, we are hearing those words through ears that have been opened by the Holy Spirit. Other people aren’t equipped to understand those words. In today’s message, Pastor Mark will remind you that you have the Holy Spi...

That’s an important question. Are you content in life? Are you always thinking about the things that you don’t have that would make you content? Maybe it’s a higher-paying job or a bigger house. If you’re not content, even when you get the thing you think you want, you won’t be satisfied. There’s only one way to be content. In his message today, Pastor Mark will teach that true contentment only co...

You might come across instances in your life where you are unsure of what you should do next. It might be your work or relationship. The sense of being stuck in a situation often leads to anxiety in your life and can make you feel lifeless at times. In those moments, you may wish for someone's assistance or even encouragement. People around you may not always comprehend your circumstances. But do...

The crowd followed Jesus because they were motivated by a hidden objective. They wanted Jesus to lead them and rule over other nations. They did not believe He was the Son of God but rather saw Him as a prophet. Even in our own lives, we frequently turn to Jesus only when we need something from Him. In today's message, Pastor Mark reveals how Jesus wants to have a relationship with you. He desires...

When the disciples were on the ship, a terrible storm hit, leaving them wondering and doubting their safety. The absence of Jesus aboard the ship made matters worse. Similarly, you may experience a challenging situation in your life and wonder if Jesus is truly protecting you. You may begin to make your own decisions, thereby worsening the issue. What can you do about it? In today's message, Pasto...

Has this ever happened to you that you received the answer from God miraculously for a huge difficulty that you had to face? You might be filled with joy, knowing that God has got your back. But sometimes He can put you through trials, right after He does miracles in your life. You may often start doubting God and wonder if the miracle in your life was just a coincidence. But is that the truth? In...

When Jesus received the five loaves of bread and two fish, He gave thanks and multiplied them to serve the five thousand people in attendance. He was anxious to feed the people because He felt compassion for them. Similarly, receiving Jesus into your life fills you with eternal joy and peace. He rejuvenates your life and gives it new meaning. In today's message, Pastor Mark explains how you could...

Sometimes you might need a miracle in your life. But oftentimes you oppose God's healing by creating excuses and believing that you are unworthy of it. You tend to elevate your troubles above your faith in God, leading you to believe that you can no longer be saved. But are you aware that you are serving an almighty God? Today, Pastor Mark emphasizes that nothing is impossible for God. When you re...

You may have heard the saying "Half knowledge is a dangerous thing." Many new Christians assume that reading the New Testament is sufficient to build their relationship with Jesus. You may find the Old Testament irrelevant and even dull to read. But have you considered how the Old and New Testaments are interconnected? In the message today, Pastor Mark emphasizes the importance of studying the ent...

When you accept Jesus into your heart, He gives you a new calling in life. You may have been told that Jesus has called you to spread the good news of the gospel to those around you. However, you may wonder how you can convey your beliefs if you lack the necessary personality traits. You may watch other preachers and question whether you have the same calling as them. But do you realize that you a...

People choose to believe in various Gods, believing that they will provide the solution to all their problems. Addictions can sometimes take control of your life, and you willingly choose to give in to your vulnerabilities. But are you sure who you should serve? In the message today, Pastor Mark teaches that Jesus is the only way to eternal life in heaven. When you choose to believe in Him and mak...

The Pharisees and priests were so irritated by Christ's comments that they planned to have Him executed. Their feelings for their own religious rules drove them to the point where they were willing to kill someone to protect their religion. Even today, you may encounter people who disagree with you and become defensive about their faith.  In today's message, Pastor Mark emphasizes that Christianit...

The enemy usually tries to distract you by adding specific addictions to your life. The results can possibly make you sick. Even when God intends to cure you from your pain, you frequently make excuses and may even defend your addiction at times. You may turn to worldly solutions rather than trusting God to heal you. In today's message, Pastor Mark outlines how you can start submitting to God. He...

There is usually something in our lives that we battle with. It may be an addiction or a bad habit. No matter how hard you try, you may still fail to defeat it. The people of Israel had the same problem. Even though God was with them and met all of their needs, they doubted Him and did what they felt was proper. Have you ever tried putting your faith in God's Word? In today’s message, Pastor Mark...

We often see people turn to God when something goes awry in their lives and they desperately need help. And people sometimes become Christians because they think it will bring them happiness and prosperity. But today, Pastor Mark challenges these approaches. Jesus came not to perform, but to love. When you look at your prayer life, how much of it is asking for help, versus simply loving God? Today...

It’s easy to think that God loves people like us. And it’s not too hard to talk about Jesus with people who are like ourselves. But what about people who are very different? Today, Pastor Mark reminds us that Jesus Himself set the example, by going to Samaritans, Romans, and all kinds of other people. Who would you find it easy to talk with about Jesus? And who do you think would be a real stretch...

Suppose you’ve just eaten a great meal that’s full of tasty and healthy nourishment. Now you’re ready to head to the gym for two hours or tackle that project at work that you’ve been putting off. Today, Pastor Mark asks us to imagine what it would be like if we had that same enthusiasm for the spiritual food that Jesus offers. Jesus found strength that didn’t come from this physical world. It came...

How many people have searched for that elusive goal – that Olympic medal, that big hit song, or that starring role in a blockbuster movie – and never reached it? But today, Pastor Mark asks us to consider those who did reach it – yet didn’t find the satisfaction they expected. Because they were looking in the wrong place. The Samaritan woman came to Jacob’s well to get some physical water. Jesus o...

When Jesus spoke with the Samaritan woman at the well, she was only looking for earthly satisfaction. But Jesus offered her something eternal – His living water. Today, Pastor Mark breaks down this well-known conversation to show how Jesus evangelized the people He met in his day-to-day experiences on Earth. When you read how Jesus shared His good news, it can be a little intimidating. After all,...

All around us, as we walk through our places of work, or school, or neighborhood, we come into contact with people who don’t know Jesus. It can be a little overwhelming, but today, Pastor Mark shares the best possible example of how to present Jesus, by showing us how Jesus Himself presented His good news. It’s easy to get our minds and our schedules completely filled up with our own things. And w...