Expounding the Word

The next time you go to church, pay attention to who is praising God. You will find people there with their struggles and challenges, yet they still come to glorify Him. From the outside, it can be hard to understand how anyone can attend church while trying to keep their heads above water. In today’s message, Pastor Chris reminds you that when life’s problems feel overwhelming, it is essential to...

Have you ever felt like your life is going from one storm to another? Are you exhausted by what seems like a never-ending struggle? Sometimes, God places His family in specific situations, and we often fail to realize He guides us through every season of hardship. Today, Pastor Chris wants you to understand that God never allows you to go through anything without a purpose. No matter what that pur...

One of the most relatable aspects of life is the people we encounter and the lessons we learn from every situation. Perhaps you’ve found yourself learning the same lesson with different people, or you're still grappling with negative feelings from an experience. If that’s the case, Pastor Chris understands that it's normal to distance yourself from such situations. However, he wants to remind you...

No matter where you work or go to school, drama always lurks around the corner. The worst situation is when someone else pulls you into their drama. So, what can you do? In today’s message, Pastor Chris wants to remind you that while you can’t control the actions of others, you can control your reactions. By placing your faith in Jesus and inviting Him into your heart, you can find peace knowing t...

In life, we often find ourselves wanting more. Whether through social media or pursuing wealth, we can feel perpetually unsatisfied with what we have. This mindset can carry over into our spiritual lives, where some struggle to pause and discern what's going wrong. In today’s message, Pastor Chris reminds us that when you have Jesus Christ in your heart, you possess everything you truly need, and...

Do you remember as a child when you did something you weren’t supposed to do, and you feared your parents might find out? There was always a fear of them being upset or disappointed. However, as a parent, you know that children are bound to make mistakes, yet you forgive them regardless of what happens. In the same way, many people believe that God won't forgive them when they falter. In today’s m...

Imagine this: you’re running late for work, cruising down the freeway, when suddenly, someone cuts you off by darting across three lanes. You slam on the brakes and see that the driver is absorbed in their phone. How do you respond? Many might feel a surge of frustration but choose to brush it off. Others, however, may let that anger dictate their actions, seeking conflict instead. In today’s mess...

Picture yourself standing in a courtroom. The evidence against you is undeniable, and just as the judge prepares to declare you guilty, he takes the punishment upon himself. How could this be possible? It is because God loves you profoundly. He sent His Son, Jesus, to bear the burden of your sins so you wouldn't have to. His love for His family is limitless, and He willingly took on the penalty. T...

What was your life like before you met Jesus? Many Christians encounter God at their lowest point when they feel they have nowhere else to turn. The amazing thing about Jesus is that He doesn’t care about your past or how long you’ve struggled; once you belong to Him, you are part of His family forever! In today’s message, Pastor Chris encourages you to seek God no matter where you are in life and...

To be truly saved, we must be fully surrendered to the Lord and surrendered to His will for our lives! When we give ALL of our lives to the Lord, He gives us something better…better than anything we could have imagined …eternal life with Him!!! In today’s message, Pastor Chris will ask you, are you completely surrendered to God?! Does He rule reign over every area of your life? Over your family, f...

Our lives are incredibly busy and full of things that don’t really matter or just don’t matter in the case of our eternal salvation. There are things that we have to do to live out every day, but there are also extra things that can be deceivingly distracting. A lot of times those things are good, but end up becoming bad because our lives are so involved in everything. In today’s message, Pastor C...

When we pray to Jesus Christ and we pray boldly trusting in Him, it’s so important that we also do our part and actively listen to His responses! THEN, we can go live out whatever it is He commanded us to do…or not do! In today’s message, Pastor Chris will teach about the importance of your actions following prayer, attending church, or serving others! You must first trust that the Lord will be fa...

As Christians, it is very important how we start and finish…anything! Whether it’s our profession, church, or hobby, we are representatives of Jesus Christ! Meaning, that people look to us to see Jesus, people are always going to be watching us to see who this Jesus guy is. In today’s message, Pastor Chris will share how important it is for you to be a good steward of what God has given you! You a...

There is a lot in life that can seem like a big deal or too big of a problem for us to even handle, but if we remember who God is, those problems become smaller and smaller! There isn’t one thing in this world that could ever surprise God; He isn’t worried about any of it, because it is all within His plan! In today’s message, Pastor Chris will remind you of who God is! When you have God on your s...

Being a hard worker isn’t the most common thing in our society anymore, but it is a very important thing for us Christians to be known for! Having noble characteristics and being someone who will be the hands and feet of Jesus, and go the extra mile is very honorable. In today’s message, Pastor Chris will encourage you to go above and beyond for the people you come into contact with. Whether famil...

Our faith in Jesus Christ and our personal relationship with Him needs to be just that, personal! Whether we’re new to Christianity or we’ve been following God all our lives, we all need to have a fresh love and a strong steady fire for the Lord! In today’s message, Pastor Chris will remind you that the only way for your fire to burn brighter and your faith to be stronger, is to spend time with th...

We know we can’t understand the taste of something without tasting it, or grasp the beauty of a view without seeing it, and the same is true with Jesus! We cannot comprehend His love, grace, and gentleness without feeling it for ourselves! In today’s message, Pastor Chris will teach you the difference between knowing about God and knowing God. You can memorize Scripture and know all the historical...

Life can often get busy, which in turn creates stress, which in turn can disturb our peace. The busyness of life is inevitable, but there is hope! God offers us peace that the Bible tells us surpasses all understanding! In today’s message, Pastor Chris will reveal in this story about Jacob, that life has just kicked him around, and in doing so, he made some poor choices. BUT, God still blesses him...

God never promised us a happy life, BUT He did promise us peace. He promised to give us peace in a world that is in a constant battle for peace, joy, and purpose. In today’s message, Pastor Chris will reveal that peace through Jesus Christ is not circumstantial, but it is personal. No matter what you may be facing in life, God will give you peace in your struggles. But, if you’re the one causing a...

Unfortunately, everything about our lives now is distracting and deceiving. Life has become a fast blur that passes many people by; life just happens and we never take the time to slow down and actually enjoy it the way God intended us to. In today’s message, Pastor Chris will show you how Jacob and Esau rushed their inheritance, blessings, and each other, and how that ruined their entire family d...

In our culture now, it is very normal to be influenced by people… we literally have a profession called, “influencer”! There is a huge struggle for Christians to want God’s approval over man’s. In today’s message, Pastor Chris will encourage you to focus on God’s will and God’s voice! It is really difficult in today’s day and age to stay attentive to God! People are constantly trying to get our at...

Understand your value and worth as a son or daughter of the Most High God! Today, Pastor Chris reminds you of the value you hold as a child of God. You belong to a royal priesthood. Someone who is an heir to Christ and His inheritance. You matter deeply to the Lord. Pastor Christ encourages you to keep rising in your faith. Keep growing to mature levels of spirituality with the Lord. Work diligent...

God loves each of us equally and uniquely! In today’s message from Pastor Chris, he teaches that God loves all of His children the same. Maybe you’ve experienced a household where that wasn’t the case. This could be hard for you to understand that God doesn’t place one of His other kids above you. He loves you just as much as He loves the other. However, Pastor Chris explains that God’s love for e...

Do you know the prayer requests of your spouse? Pastor Chris shares in today’s message the importance of checking in on your spouse regularly. What are their prayer needs, concerns, and fears? Take the time to ask your spouse what’s on their heart and to take it to the feet of Jesus together. Pastor Chris explains that mutually praying for one another helps to keep each other sharpened and strengt...

Are you single and currently frustrated in wondering if it’s going to stay like this forever? As you listen to Pastor Chris in today’s message, he encourages you to keep trusting in the promises of the Lord. If God has given you a desire for marriage and a family, trust that He will bring it to completion in His perfect timing. Pastor Chris urges you to not take matters into your own hands and go...