Expounding the Word

“Coincidence is not a kosher word!” In today’s message from Pastor Chris, he reveals that God is always in the details of your life. Nothing is coincidental. God is sovereign over space and time. What happens in your life happens for a reason. Pastor Chris encourages you to trust in the mighty hand of the Lord. Know that He desires good for you and loves you more than you could ever fathom. He is...

In Christ, you are a new creation! Pastor Chris shares in today’s message that when you receive Jesus as your personal Lord and Savior, the old is gone and the new has begun. There will be things, habits, and people that the Lord will call you away from. Pastor Chris explains that God is a God of transformation and desires for you to bear much fruit. To do this, you must lay down the things of you...

Don’t hold onto this world too tightly. In today’s message from Pastor Chris, he encourages you to remember that this world for Believers is a temporary home. Do not store up your treasure here on Earth where it will rust, rot, and decay. Store your treasure in Christ and Heaven. Pastor Chris explains that as Believers, Earth is a temporary dwelling place. Christ is the eternal home for Believers....

Faith without works is dead! As you listen to today’s message from Pastor Chris, he encourages you to live out your faith in a tangible and recognizable way. It’s important to understand that no amount of your good efforts will earn you the right to stand before a Holy God. There is only One way to salvation and that’s through faith in Jesus Christ. However, Pastor Chris explains that as you have...

Is there something or someone that is taking a higher priority in your life right now than the Lord? Today, Pastor Chris shares with you that it can be easy to start prioritizing other things or people before God. You can slip into the day-to-day auto-pilot and lose track of your first love. Pastor Chris challenges you to evaluate your relationship with the Lord. Are there things right now in this...

Showing grace and compassion to others is extremely important in the life of a Believer. Pastor Chris urges you in today’s message to look around you and see those who might feel unseen or unheard. How can you being a disciple of Jesus, reach out in a way that makes them feel noticed? Maybe it’s a smile, an opened door, or a cup of coffee. Pastor Chris explains that it’s these small gestures in a...

God’s timing is always perfect! In today’s message, you learn from Pastor Chris that God is sovereign over all things including time. Maybe there’s a promotion at work that you’ve been hoping for. Or maybe it’s a child who has turned away from following the Lord. Pastor Chris encourages you to keep surrendering your timing to God. It can be hard to wait and to be in a posture of constant anticipat...

Abraham of the Bible is an inspirational figure, but remember that he, too, was a sinner. As you listen to today’s message from Pastor Chris, he explains that although Abraham is seen as a model of excellent faith, he also needed a Savior. Do you ever tend to compare yourself to others who seem like a “better Christian” than you? Pastor Chris encourages you to understand that every person has fall...

Have you felt like there was something more in life? As if there was something beyond this life? In today’s message, Pastor Chris reminds you that true joy comes from your relationship with Jesus Christ. Many people will succumb to the world and lose themselves in the darkness, but Jesus is the light that shines in the darkest room. And right now, Jesus is shining His light on you so no one is lef...

Let’s be honest: we all face temptation. Whether it’s lust, greed, or other desires, resisting what we crave can feel nearly impossible. Many people try to justify indulging in activities like watching porn or partying by saying, "Everyone does it." However, the Bible calls us Christians to be the salt of the earth and the light of the world! When we dim our lights to fit in, we risk becoming just...

Have you ever been to a church, and while worshipping God, you start speaking to Him? That’s called prayer. Some people outside of Christianity think that prayer is a ritual that Christians do or that praying is only reserved for big things, but in reality, it’s just speaking to God. The Bible teaches that Christians should pray in all areas of their life and every circumstance. In today’s message...

If you’re new to Jesus, Pastor Chris wants you to recognize that Christianity is not just a religion; it’s a relationship with Jesus Himself. The Bible teaches that God longs for a personal connection with you—He desires to be close to you. In today’s message, Pastor Chris invites you to open your heart to Jesus. By inviting Him into your life, you can be confident that all of His promises apply t...

Do you remember what your life was like before Christ? Everyone carries the baggage of sin. For some, it’s more external, but the reality is that weight is all spiritual. The good news is that Jesus already paid the price for your sin. In today’s message, Pastor Chris tells you that Jesus can lift the baggage from your life and give you a new one, a life filled with God’s promises. And if you want...

In today’s message, Pastor Chris challenges you to live an abundant life with Jesus. Many people think that there are many ways to salvation, but the truth is that there is only one way: through Jesus Christ. He is the way, the truth, and the life, and when you accept Him into your heart, you are born again in Christ. Jesus offers you a life with a plan to prosper and guide you from harm. When you...

When you think of Christ, what comes to mind? For many, it's His incredible sacrifice on the Cross. But today, Pastor Chris wants to remind us of something amazing: Jesus is ALIVE! He conquered death and took on a burden no one could ever carry, all because He loves you deeply. God sent His only Son to Earth with one main purpose: to save you! Today, Jesus invites everyone who believes in Him to e...

Do you remember when your child was an infant, and they would crawl around on the floor? One of the hardest things as a parent you can experience is watching your kids get hurt. So what happened when they stumbled and fell? You helped them back up! God does the same thing for you when you get off track or stumble with Him. And in today’s message, Pastor Chris wants you to know that God will never...

There comes a moment in our lives when we have to decide whether to trust God or continue life without Him. And today, you’ll have an opportunity to join God’s family. If you’re tired of the baggage of life without God, wait until you see what He can do for you! In today’s message, Pastor Chris teaches you that when you put your faith in God’s Son, Jesus Christ, you can have confidence that He wil...

Throughout history, the Bible has often been misused to support personal agendas. In today’s message, Pastor Chris urges us to remember that Jesus did not die for a select group but for everyone who believes in Him. The Bible teaches that in Christ, distinctions fade away—there is no Jew or Gentile, no male or female, no slave or free. If you accept Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior, you belong...

Do you ever read the fine print when you sign up for something? Most people don’t care about what they agree to as long as they get what they want, but when God makes a deal, He promises to go through with It. In the Bible, God made an unconditional promise to Noah, that He would never flood the earth again. The thing about covenants is that when God makes one, you can bet He’ll never break His wo...

Have you ever thought about the back burner on your stove? It’s the burner that's furthest away from you, and it’s meant to keep things warm for later. In life, people push the nonessentials off to the side. The truth is that some people leave their relationship with God off to the side until something good happens. They’re quick to remember God when the blessings roll in but forget about Him when...

What would you do with your time if you had 24 hours left on Earth? Would you spend the day with your loved ones or do something you’ve never done? In this world, there’s a damaging mentality of living life as if there is no tomorrow. In turn, people spend their lives finding new experiences and hoping something fills the hole in their hearts, but what’s missing from their lives is Jesus. So today...

As children, we may not always understand the reasons behind our parents' instructions. But just like our parents, God wants what's best for us; that’s why He gave us His Word, the Bible, so that we may live in a way He wants us to love. So, in today’s message, Pastor Chris invites you to join God’s family by starting a relationship with Him. When you allow God into your life, you’ll see that ever...

As a parent, you understand that your children rely on you for everything. Just as your children need you, you need your spiritual Father to guide you, prosper you, and cleanse you of your sins. Today, Pastor Chris encourages you to take the first step in your walk with Christ by accepting Him into your life. When you invite Jesus into your heart and repent your sins, you are forgiven and transfor...

If you’ve ever been on a diet before, you know it’s hard work. You start by eating at home more and drinking more water, but after a while, your body craves everything you cut off. The same thing happens in your spiritual life, too. You'll stop going to parties, or you'll stop hanging around certain people, but the flesh will always want more. That’s why God gave you and me the Bible. And today, P...

Do you remember Christmas as a kid? The excitement of the new toys and good food? Do you remember the inevitable question everyone would ask each other the first week back in school from Christmas break? “What did you get?” Do you remember how excited you were to tell your friends all about the new toy you got? In today’s message, Pastor Chris teaches that you have something exciting to share, and...