Expounding the Word

It’s easy to say we’re one hundred percent Christian every moment of our lives and that we live every second according to God’s Word. But the truth is, we all mess up, and often at that. Sometimes we act one way around our church friends and another way at home, and that’s not what God calls us to. We’re called to walk in the light and be the salt of the earth, which means living for Christ consis...

Many people believe that all roads lead to God, that as long as we follow our own convictions, we’ll end up in the same place. But that couldn’t be further from the truth. Salvation can’t be earned by good works or personal effort; it comes only through faith in Jesus Christ. He said, “No one comes to the Father except through Me.” That’s why in today’s message, Pastor Chris reminds you that Jesus...

Have you ever gone out to grab a bite to eat, and when you see a restaurant with its lights on, you walk up only to find that it’s closed? That’s what Jesus experienced when He came to a fig tree in Jerusalem. It looked full of fruit, but when He got there, there was none to be found. Sometimes in life, people can appear to be Christians, but their spiritual tree bears no fruit. So today, Pastor C...

Have you ever had one of those days when doing the right thing felt harder than taking the easy way out? When the weight of the world left you longing for something more? If that’s you, then today’s message from Pastor Chris is for you. Life can be hard, and sometimes choosing what’s right feels like the toughest road to take. But today, Pastor Chris encourages you to let Jesus into your heart. Do...

As we walk through life, we’re faced with all kinds of decisions. Sometimes the hardest choice of the day is whether to eat out or pay extra for same-day shipping. We don’t often make life-changing decisions, but when those moments come, we can find ourselves unsure which way to go. And too often, we wait for a big sign before we move forward, so we end up doing nothing. But in today’s message, Pa...

Your life was not rescued by sentiment or slogans but by the highest ransom imaginable—Jesus giving Himself in your place. He covered every debt, shattered every chain, and opened a future you could never purchase. The price proves His love and guarantees His commitment to finish what He began. Receive that costly love with gratitude, walk free of shame, and live boldly for Him. And in today's mes...

Safety nets—savings, plans, and connections—are wise, but they’re not saviors. They calm nerves until life outruns them. God alone deserves the full weight of your trust. Place outcomes in His hands, not in your contingencies. Pray before you plan, obey when it’s costly, and hold resources loosely. And in today’s message, Pastor Chris will remind you to trade illusion for assurance: let confidence...

You can plan harder, grind longer, and lay the best plans—but human effort has a ceiling. God’s power doesn’t. He opens doors no résumé can, calms storms hustle can’t, and transforms hearts willpower won’t. Surrender isn’t quitting; it’s partnering with the limitless. Pray first, obey quickly, and expect provision beyond your resources. And in today’s message, Pastor Chris will invite you to trade...

Like infants rely on parents for everything—food, safety, comfort—you’re invited to depend on God for wisdom, strength, and daily bread. Dependence isn’t weakness; it’s trust that frees you from pretending you’re self-sufficient. Ask boldly, receive gratefully, and rest securely in His care. Build rhythms of prayer, surrender plans, and follow His lead step by step. And in today’s message, Pastor...

When God is at the center, your marriage draws from a source bigger than moods, mistakes, and seasons. Prayer softens pride, forgiveness shortens arguments, and shared purpose turns daily tasks into teamwork. You learn to outserve each other, to listen before defending, and to choose “us” over winning. And in today's message, Pastor Chris will remind you to return to the Center—worship together, s...

Have you ever attended church or heard a message that really touched your heart? Preachers and pastors are not called to sugarcoat God’s teachings; they are meant to share them from a place of love. That’s why, in today’s message, Pastor Chris encourages you not to feel discouraged when you hear God’s Word speaking directly to you. Instead, embrace the conviction of the Holy Spirit and allow it to...

Do you remember being a kid, waking from a nightmare, and running to your parents for comfort? Fear is a real part of life, and too often, there are moments when you forget that you’re not alone. The Bible teaches that God is always with you, no matter where you go. So today, Pastor Chris reminds you that you don’t have to carry fear and anxiety on your own… Jesus invites you to bring every worry...

Have you ever had one of those moments when you hear about something, and it sounds way too good to be true? In our lives, most things sound better than they really are, but not Jesus. No words can capture just how amazing He truly is. And sometimes, when we’ve been lost for so long, we look at the solution to everything and wonder, “What’s the catch?” Today, Pastor Chris wants you to know there i...

Sometimes we fall into the habit of relying only on ourselves. We carry our problems, our pain, and our struggles alone. But you don’t have to be on your own, not anymore. In today’s message, Pastor Chris invites you to reach out to Jesus. And when you trust Him, you are never alone. He will walk with you through every problem, every victory, and every loss. Have faith in Christ, and He will see y...

We live in a world of subliminal messaging, and nowadays, it’s not so subtle anymore. From music to online media, the world has its ways of pushing its agenda out there, and people fall into it. But in today’s message, Pastor Chris tells you that there’s nothing in this world that can force you to have a relationship with Jesus Christ. Walking in this life with Jesus is the most personal relations...

When we’re kids, the entire world feels like one big adventure, just waiting to be explored. But as we grow up and become adults, we become more stationary and fall into a routine. Sometimes, we go through life on autopilot. In today’s message, Pastor Chris encourages us to be spiritually awake and to live our lives with our eyes wide open. We should be aware of our surroundings and ensure that ou...

When you look back at your life, what would you say is the most valuable thing to you? Would you say it’s your money, status, or fame? Would you say it’s your family or the legacy you’re leaving in this world? Or is it something greater than all of that combined? You see, your relationship with Jesus should be the most important thing in your life. But when push comes to shove, how far are you wil...

Sometimes, our paths can lead us to places we never expected. However, when our lives come to an end, there are only two places we can go. See, Jesus wants us to be with Him. That’s why He gives us His grace. When we live our lives by walking with Him, Jesus offers us eternal salvation so that when it’s our time to leave this world, we’ll be right there next to our Lord and Savior. So, in today’s...

This life of following Jesus is a journey. Sin will continue to find footholds in your life long after you accept Jesus as your Savior. Till you stand before Him in Heaven, you’ll remain imperfect. This may sound discouraging, but it’s not meant to be. Even the greatest heroes of Scripture had some very low moments of struggle and failure. Yet God used them in amazing ways. Today, Pastor Chris wil...

This journey of life is often compared to the conditions we find in nautical journeys. When you travel by boat, you’re at the mercy of nature. Even in modern boats with powerful engines and clever designs meant to protect the vessel, a storm can wreak havoc for those aboard and threaten their lives. As Pastor Chris will point out in today’s message, Jesus and His disciples were very familiar with...

A byproduct of our sinful nature is this persistent tendency to forget who God is and what He’s done for us. We see this exhibited in the Israelites' time and again throughout Scripture, and in our own lives, we can see the way we experience His goodness and faithfulness, just to completely forget the next time we come to an obstacle or a trial. As Pastor Chris will encourage us in today’s message...

Not a single one of us is deserving of a single crumb from the Lord’s table. He’s perfect and full of selfless love and grace, and we are full of selfish pride, greed, lust, and ambition for power. We’re consumed with these sinful attitudes and desires and are unworthy of our Creator’s presence. Yet, as Pastor Chris will point out in today’s message, because of Jesus, God has made a place for us a...

There are some beautiful worship songs out today, along with extremely talented musicians and worship leaders who create amazing musical experiences that grab your heart and pull you into the emotions of the moment. But it’s important to ask, where’s the focus? Jesus should be at the center of everything we do. As Pastor Chris will warn in today’s message, if the production value is a higher prior...

For many who’ve grown up in the Church, as well as some other religious traditions, God is a distant, harsh judge. He’s not seen as a loving Father and Creator. They may even sing songs that describe Him that way, but in their hearts, they fear His judgment and wrath for their failures. As Pastor Chris will encourage us today, that isn’t the heart of God for His Creation. He loves us dearly and se...

I know I’ve been there. If you’ve ever been out on the water battling a headwind, it can be frightening. No matter how hard you struggle, the boat seems to be going nowhere, and you wonder if you’ll ever make it back to land. As Pastor Chris points out in today’s message, as the disciples struggled against the storm, even as experienced fishermen, they felt intense fear. Then Jesus stepped into th...