Larger Than Life

Have you ever hit your thumb while trying to drive a nail? Many times the reason you miss the nail and hit your thumb is because you took your eye off the nail. As Pastor Ron reminds you in today’s message, whatever you are focused on is what you’ll hit. As a Christian the nail you need to focus on is Jesus. Just like driving an actual nail, losing focus for even the smallest time can result in mi...

Have you ever noticed how quickly a single piece of wood in a fire will extinguish if it falls to the side? Without the other wood keeping the flame going it doesn’t take long for the flame to go out. If you get that single piece back in the pile, it reignites just as quickly! In today’s message, Pastor Ron explains how you as a Christian are like that single piece of wood; if you fall away from o...

Have you ever tried to explain something to someone and they didn’t think what you were saying was true? No matter how much evidence you presented to prove what you were saying was true, some people wouldn’t take your word for it. In today’s message, Pastor Ron talks about how no matter how much proof there is of the Bible’s validity, many people still don’t trust it! We use books with very little...

I think it’s safe to say that nobody’s perfect. Everyone lies, curses, hates, lusts, envies, and the list goes on and on. The bottom line? Everyone sins! But there comes a point where you get tired of all the baggage that weighs you down, and you need someone to help carry it for you. His name is Jesus Christ, and He already died for your sins. Jesus came down as man and died for the sins of every...

If you’re new to Christianity, what comes to mind when you hear the word ministry? Right now, you might be picturing a pastor in front of a pulpit, but Pastor Ron wants you to think bigger. In today’s message, you’ll learn that EVERY follower of Christ is called to be a servant. The Bible teaches that every Christian should use whatever gift they have received to serve others, as faithful stewards...

When you place your faith in Jesus and lean into His design for you, your life will be transformed. It’s a natural byproduct of His work in your heart. The fruits of the Spirit - love, joy, peace, patience, and kindness - will begin to grow in your life in a noticeable way. As Pastor Ron will remind us in today’s message, this is an essential element of every believer's life - the words we say and...

Have you ever known a Christian who just seemed to be filled with joy no matter what they were going through? It’s infectious and inspiring, isn’t it? It may even help lift you up in a moment of struggle. In today’s message, Pastor Ron will encourage us to approach our lives with an eternal perspective. Weigh your circumstances by their eternal value, not the temporary discomfort or anxiety they m...

Even in our country, there’s a wide gap between those in poverty and the wealthy, and all of us fall somewhere on that spectrum. When you look at the people who are better off than yourself, you may feel some jealousy, but in contrast to much of the world, the majority of us are very well off. In today’s message, as Pastor Ron continues his introduction to the book of 1st Thessalonians, he’ll enco...

Wouldn't it be amazing to have that said about the modern Church? With how twisted and perverted the world is, it feels like the Gospel is turning it upside down - but as Pastor Ron will clarify in today’s message, the reality is that God’s Kingdom is right side up. When we live out the love and values of His Kingdom, we’re going to face harsh opposition, just as we witness in today’s passage from...

When you first give your life to Jesus, something inside of you changes. Almost as if something filled your empty heart. That was the Holy Spirit. But the Holy Ghost activates something you didn’t know you had. Those are called spiritual gifts, and they are given so that you may serve one another. But what happens when you use your talents for something other than serving God’s people? Today, Past...

When you think of the word faithful, what comes to your mind? Most people would think of a husband who is loyal to his wife. They made a covenant with God to be with each other, stand by one another, and remain faithful to each other. And that same type of loyalty spouses have is the same devotion you and I need to have with God. So in today’s message, Pastor Ron speaks about a man who was faithfu...

If you’re a parent, you know that when you’re teaching children manners, it can be challenging. On one hand… they’re kids; they’ll grow out of it. But on the other, you want to teach your kids at an early age to give thanks for the things they have. And even when they grow up, sometimes they can still forget their manners when it comes to God. So in today’s message, Pastor Ron tells you to thank G...

One of the hardest things about praying is waiting for an answer. Sometimes it’s a firm yes. Other times, God will share with you why it can’t be. But sometimes, it can feel frustrating when God hasn’t answered your prayer. You start to think that maybe His silence is a no, but Pastor Ron shares otherwise. In today’s message, you’ll learn that sometimes, silence means not yet. Maybe God is waiting...

Everyone knows that one person at their work who’s clearly in it for the money. All they talk about is moving up in the world and the next opportunity or the next step. The reality is that whatever you do to make money, you should be glorifying God while you do it! Not enough Christians take the time to minister to the people in their lives. And this is something everyone needs to work on. So, if...

When was the last time you went to Church? If it’s been a while, then this message is for you. Today, Pastor Ron wants you to know that Jesus Christ can change your heart. Before Christ, you might have led a different life. You could have stolen or cheated, abused or used substances, but whatever you did no longer matters after you give your life to Jesus. The Bible says anyone who belongs to Chri...

I don’t know about you, but I was raised in a Christian household. While I didn't fully understand it as a child, I thank God every day that my parents allowed me to grow up with my spiritual Father. And if you or someone you know wants to have Jesus Christ at the center of their family, then keep listening. In today’s message, Pastor Ron shares with you how parents can raise their kids with God i...

If you’re a new parent, you know it’s hard to raise a child. You’re responsible for feeding, nurturing, and raising a child who will someday become like you. And to some, that scares them! But when you raise your kids with Jesus in their lives, you can rest knowing that you made the right decision. In the Bible, Jesus said let the little children come to me and do not hinder them, for to such belo...

Let’s say you want to learn how to dance. But you don’t want to do just any, you want to learn to tango. As the old saying goes, “It takes two to tango.” but like this cliche, marriage takes a long time to get right. Nowadays, you have relationships where the couple is comfortable having different religious beliefs. And this is wrong! A husband and wife have to be on the same page. That’s why in t...

In today’s message, Pastor Ron challenges the men in Christian families. For some time now, husbands have shifted their roles of leadership to their wives. And let’s be clear: strong women aren’t the problem! The issue is an imbalance in the marriage. The Bible is clear on the roles of husbands and wives, and somehow, couples have lost this. That’s why today, you’ll learn that there are boundaries...

For those of you who are married, you know that marriage is hard. It takes a lot of work to maintain a healthy marriage. We also live in a day and age in which marriage is ridiculed, and the roles of husbands and wives are distorted. Today, Pastor Ron teaches that husbands and wives need to be empowered by the Holy Spirit to live out their roles in marriage. It’s not easy for husbands to lead wise...

Marriage was created and designed by God for His purposes, but sadly, we’ve allowed Hollywood and celebrities to shape our views of marriage. According to them, marriage is all about what makes me happy. Instead of “till death do us part,” it’s “till something better comes along.” It’s no surprise then that there are so many broken marriages, even among Christians. Today, Pastor Ron teaches you to...

Have you ever had a debt forgiven? Maybe it was a speeding ticket that was dismissed. Or a large loan that you didn’t have to pay back. How happy and relieved were you when that financial burden was wiped away?! In today’s message, Pastor Ron teaches that you’ve been forgiven of a debt greater than any ticket or loan amount. You’ve been forgiven of all your sins against a holy God, which deserves...

Take a look at how many things divide our country today. Race, wealth, politics, and gender, just to name a few. We’re a deeply divided nation. Today, Pastor Ron teaches that Jesus came to break down barriers. In Jesus, we are all sons and daughters of God, brothers and sisters in a big, multicultural family. That’s exactly what Heaven will look like, with people of every tongue, nation, and tribe...

I have a friend who flips houses. He’ll buy rundown homes, fix them up, and sell them for a profit. Some homes are in such bad shape, that he has to demolish the whole building and build it back from scratch. Today, Pastor Ron teaches that this happens to us when Jesus redeems us. Jesus paid for our lives with His blood, and He takes our old, dirty lives and transforms them into something new and...

WOW. That’s a staggering statistic. As a culture, we glorify sex outside of God’s design of marriage. Just look at the billboards, music videos, and movies. Sadly, it’s not just a problem in our society, but also within the church. Today, Pastor Ron teaches how we can overcome sinful desires and behaviors. Through the renewing of your mind and transforming of your heart by the Holy Spirit, you can...