Expounding the Word

Listen… all this fancy theology with words like premillennialism versus amillennialism, or Calvinism versus Arminianism… they can be fun topics to discuss with your pastor, but don’t let them get in the way of what’s truly important. In today’s message, Pastor Chris teaches that God made the important bits of the Christian faith incredibly easy, so you can tell others about the Gospel without all...

To quote the A-Team’s Colonel John “Hannibal” Smith… “I love it when a plan comes together.” Many times, we create plans down to the finest detail, but when it comes to executing them, something always goes awry, causing us to have to pivot. Today, Pastor Chris teaches that while you may not be able to execute your plans well, God always perfectly implements His. Whether it’s the spread of the Gre...

It’s much easier to jump out of a plane when you know which bag is the parachute and which is the pilot’s personal belongings. When you know the outcome, you have less to worry about. In today’s message, Pastor Chris teaches that when it comes to your faith, you should know the outcome… Jesus wins, and you get to be with Him forever. However, there are people in your life who still can’t tell one...

Have you ever watched a TV series until you had to wait for the next season, and then by the time the next season is out, you forgot everything you’d seen so far? When you rewatched the older seasons, did you notice the number of details and foreshadowing hidden in plain sight? In today’s message, Pastor Chris teaches that the Bible is full of foreshadowing, and it all points to Jesus. You’re luck...

Do you remember the day you were saved? For some, it might have been a frightening moment as you placed all your trust in Jesus. But can you imagine what your life would be like if you got saved and then isolated yourself in the middle of nowhere until the rapture? Jesus calls you not to hide from the world, but to engage with it, to spread the gospel, and to make disciples. Today, Pastor Chris en...

Have you ever felt like the things you do in life have become a chore? As if each task is merely a part of a big checklist? When people feel this way, it often impacts not just one area of their lives, but every aspect—including their relationship with Jesus. Before you know it, reading your Bible or attending church can start to feel like just another item to check off your list. But today, Pasto...

Throughout our walk with Christ, we often find ourselves doing things we may not want to do. For example, we might give someone a ride home after church or pay for a friend’s lunch when they forget their wallet. But, if good deeds alone could secure our place in heaven, wouldn’t everyone be saved? In today’s message, Pastor Chris emphasizes that your actions do not earn favor with God; rather, it...

We live in a world that glorifies party culture, treating each day like it’s the last night on earth. Many wonder, “If the world isn’t ending tomorrow, why not live as I please?” Unfortunately, this mindset is also present in some churches, with people believing they can postpone their relationship with God. But what if His return is sooner than we expect? Today, Pastor Chris emphasizes the urgenc...

Have you ever reflected on your younger years and thought, "If only I had known then what I know now, I would have made different choices"? Sometimes, you follow a path and don’t realize its destination until you look back at where you started. That’s where God comes in; He gives you the freedom to choose your own way, whether to follow His wisdom or to face the challenges of the world. Today, Pas...

Have you ever realized that you made a mistake but found it difficult to admit? That’s pride holding you back. While it’s natural to feel proud when your children excel or when you achieve your fitness goals, pride can also blind you to deeper truths. It may lead you to think, “Why do I need God? Haven’t I done enough on my own?” This mindset creates distance between you and God. That’s why Pastor...

If someone were to ask you where you would go after this life, what would you say? Would you believe that there is nothing, or that you would be reborn based on your past choices? Many people think they will go to heaven simply by being good, but what if just one choice mattered? Sin affects everyone, and everyone’s born into it. That’s why Jesus paid the price for your sin—because only He could....

In a world that often prioritizes instant gratification, we sometimes overlook the fact that certain situations are beyond our control. When we pray to God for something that He alone can determine and receive a "no," we may find ourselves placing blame on Him. But today, Pastor Chris encourages us to recognize that God is sovereign, regardless of how our problems and circumstances turn out. Inste...

If you’re like me, you’ve probably noticed how much the world has changed in the past twenty years. It wasn’t that long ago when not having the internet, air conditioning, or even a personal cellphone was the norm. Nowadays, it’s easy to embrace new trends and conveniences simply because everyone else is doing the same. But what happens when society urges you to abandon Jesus? Today, Pastor Chris...

As each day passes, more evidence emerges of how lost and broken our world has become. The pursuits people often choose do not lead to the peace and contentment they are seeking. In his message today, Pastor Chris emphasizes that the only solution to the problems we face lies in a relationship with Jesus. The world needs to know Jesus, every person needs and longs for that relationship, and it’s u...

In a world that seems to be spinning out of control, it can be challenging to believe that God is involved in our everyday lives. In his message today, Pastor Chris assures us that God, who is the source of all wisdom and power, is still in control of everything that happens in our world. He still gives wisdom to the wise and knowledge to the scholar. He removes kings and sets up other kings. The...

There isn’t much attention paid to a person who displays true conviction and moral belief about the way they live. More attention is given to those who lack a moral compass. We live in a fallen world where it is acceptable to cheat on taxes, exaggerate about a product's quality to make a sale, or lie to cover up the truth. In his message today, Pastor Chris describes the sincere conviction display...

With each passing day, we hear of more and more turmoil, confusion, and destruction coming from every part of the world. In his message today, Pastor Chris reminds us of a time when Israel was in total disarray and being taken over by foreign regimes. All forms of idolatry, evil, perversion, and shedding of innocent blood were taking place. It sounds like something we hear on every news channel to...

So often, we look to the latest and greatest toys to bring us joy and satisfaction… a new phone, a new house, a new truck, or a new job. The problem is that when one hole is patched, another one appears. In today’s message, Pastor Chris teaches that you can’t rely on the world to bring you joy. True joy comes only from Jesus and the hope that He brings with Him. True joy celebrates Jesus’s work on...

Isn’t that truly incredible? God knows not only how to show His power, but also how to show His power to specific groups of people. In today’s message, Pastor Chris teaches that God will use a variety of tactics to speak to people, and the way that He speaks to you may not look the same as how He speaks to your mayor, your neighbor, or even your spouse. As you study the book of Jonah, what’s the N...

What year was your city established? Oh, and which animal has a stronger bite force, a crocodile or a lion? Maybe after today’s message, you can Google it. People today have gotten so used to instant gratification when it comes to answers. Today, Pastor Chris teaches that maybe you’ve started treating God like Google, and Google like God. Do you find yourself getting mad at God when He doesn’t ans...

A glass prism is a truly fascinating object. When you take the prism and shine a pure, white light through it, it will break the light into various wavelengths that we see as different colors. One simple light becomes scattered into many hues. In today’s message, Pastor Chris teaches that Scripture is like a prism. It takes the words and splits them into multiple meanings. As you study Jonah, you...

Remember back when you were a child and you had a dream job? Maybe you wanted to be a professional baseball player or an astronaut. Now look around… are you doing what you dreamed what you would be doing as a child? Today, Pastor Chris teaches that sometimes in life, you end up in places you didn’t expect, just like Jonah never expected to be in the belly of a whale. When you consider your situati...

There are two types of people in this world: People who believe topics are black and white, and people who don’t. Maybe you agree with that, or perhaps you believe in a middle ground. Either way, it proves the point! Today, Pastor Chris teaches that whether you view the world as black and white, or you see it as some form of gray… there’s one line that truly divides people: those with God, and tho...

When you turn on the news or hop onto your favorite social media app, it’s hard to avoid seeing opinions on the latest social justice topic. Topics of abortion, race, gender ideology, and more fill our news feeds. In today’s message, Pastor Chris teaches that this trend isn’t anything new. These tough topics have simple answers that the Prophet Amos spoke to the people of Israel. The message is th...

We live in a world that can be cruel and unfair, and because of this injustice, it often becomes second nature for everyone. However, God did not create this world for sin to run rampant and destroy His creation. When sin entered the world, God made a way to redeem us and restore our relationship with Him through His Son, Jesus Christ. In today’s message, Pastor Chris encourages you to give your l...