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"We have an enemy that doesn’t wait for you to be ready to attack." In part eight of the Armour Up series Mark Vanderwier examines Jesus' example of standing firm in the wilderness. Mark looks at the Greek words "logos" and "rhema" - the well and bucket, challenging us to prepare for battle now so we will be left standing in the end. Are you prepared today?

"If it doesn’t really have eternal significance, does it really matter at all?" In part seven of the Armour Up series Mark Vanderwier talks about the helmet of salvation, knowing the One who has the power to save, the three ways we have been freed from sin, and having an eternal significance. Have you put on salvation?

"Do you have faith, or do you not? You don't need a lot, but you do need to have it." In part six of the Armour Up series Mark Vanderwier talks about the simplicity of the shield of faith and the overcomplicated and confusing ways it has been misunderstood. Do you have faith? Are you using faith in the way it is meant to be used for? Are you living with a confident trust in the Lord?

"Good deeds and religion might make you feel good, but they don’t make you good." Today we returned to the Armour Up series. In part five Mark Vanderwier talks about trading muddy boots for new shoes to stand firm in the battle. What are we building our lives on really? What will you do today to intentionally be the one left standing?

"No painter goes into his painting, no sculptor goes into his sculpture, but He did." Tonight Mark Vanderwier talks about the Light of the world that is reaching out for you. The Experiment and challenge is to look for opportunities to shine this light wherever you are. Do not put the light away.

"Their response is not your responsibility...giving them an opportunity to respond is." In part three of the Advent series Mark Vanderwier looks at the harvest Jesus found in Samaria and reminds us we need to be sharing the gospel to give people the choice of responding to it for themselves. What is you life really pointing to?

"Being an expert on the original helps you spot a fake." In part two of the Advent series Mark Vanderwier talks about how we truly love God and the shift in our culture away from the good news. Are you an expert on the original good news?

"What started in a manger didn’t end in a manger." We're taking a break from the Armour Up series for the advent season. In part one Mark Vanderwier reminds us that while we certainly can look back and celebrate the arrival of Jesus on this planet, we better be ready and looking ahead for His return.

"I don't feel as though I must redo my baptism. I am fully aware that nothing I have done or am yet to do will separate me from the love of God." Listen as Tori shares her testimony and answer to the question asked of all of us. Then she is baptized.

"Your good deeds do not make you righteous, they’re simply a response to what he’s done for you." In part four of the Armour Up series Mark Vanderwier talks about the only thing that makes us right with God and what that means for us as we live each day in response. What are you trusting in?

"[Jesus] didn’t call us just to speak the truth, He called us to speak the truth in love." In part three of the Armour Up series Mark Vanderwier talks about the different ways our culture deals with truth and challenges us to think about why we would still need a belt of truth today. What truth says matters, but don't ever let anger become your response.

"It’s not just truth that sets you free, that would be easy. It’s the truth that you know that sets you free." In part two of the Armour Up series Mark Vanderwier talks about exposing the lies of the enemy with the belt of truth and standing firm against the strategies of the devil. After the battle will you still be left standing?

"So many people wait until they’re in the middle of a battle before they even begin looking for armour." Today we started a new series called Armour Up . In part one Mark Vanderwier challenges us to put on the right armour for the battle so doubt doesn't take you out. We're in a battle everyday, but with Christ we win.

"Sometimes if you’re going to make progress and grow in any area you’re going to have to chase some lions." Mark Vanderwier talks about the three ways we can slip into a pit and what you can do when if you find yourself in one. Don't be afraid to chase the lions that are roaming around you!

"Imperfect people follow Christ. So many people think christians should be better; we’re not, it’s why we need a Saviour. " Mark Vanderwier talks about the symptoms of being offended and what we can do to remove the stumbling stones ahead in the race. Don't miss out on what Jesus has done for you because you've been offended...

"We have been given much, but more than that we have been forgiven much." Sometimes we take salvation and forgiveness for granted. In the six and final part of the Shallows series Mark Vanderwier reminds us to continually take time to focus on positives and have an attitude of thankfulness in all circumstances.

"He commands us to be filled, but we don’t do the filling - we just get to open the vessel." In part five of the Shallows series Mark Vanderwier talks about the differences between being with Holy Spirit and being filled with Holy Spirit. He also reminds us to be prepared for real life situations. When someone bumps into you what spills out?

"He's taught me who I am, who I'm supposed to be; not that I have to try to be that. I'm predestined to be conformed to the image of His Son." Listen as Tim shares his beautiful testimony of all God has done for him. Then he is baptized.

"What I have learned is that life is so precious, and every moment I have left here I am going to live it to the fullest and cherish every situation and every breath that He gives me to breathe." Michelle and Glyne share their powerful testimony of their journey to Jesus. Then they are both baptized.

"What have [I] done to acknowledge [what Christ has done for me]?" Lidija shares her testimony of some of the amazing things God has done in her life, coming to know Christ for herself, and taking the next step in knowing Him more. Then she is baptized.

"I didn't want to use my faith as an insurance policy about what happens after death. This is about what's happening here and now." Shelton shares his powerful story of coming to know Christ and living with Him (and His family) everyday. Then he is baptized.

"I am perfectly imperfect, but I am accepted by God." Jordan shares her beautiful testimony and new identity while exploring the meaning of the name God has given her. Then she is baptized.

"You’re saved by grace, not by your behaviour. You didn’t behave your way into being a saint." Are you righteous? Are you a saint? In part four of the Shallows series Mark Vanderwier looks at how the Bible answers these questions. Don't fall into the trap of playing 'Hide or Seek' with God, and don't just show up and God home or you'll miss the best part.

"Suffering does not prove the absence of God." In part three of the Shallows series Mark Vanderwier discusses some of the tough questions many people have asked themselves at one time or another. Will you leave the shallows and lean into His goodness today? If you'd like to hear more on this topic be sure to check out the Got Questions? series mentioned in this message.

"God may cause the brook to dry up to give us the courage to leave familiarity and go where we’re supposed to be." We're excited to have Ken McDonald back again for a third time. Listen as Ken shares of the Kerith Ravine from 1 Kings 17 and the powerful testimony of what God did in Elijah and the seasons He brought him through.