Larger Than Life

What motivates you matters! The more you care about something, the more you are willing to do whatever it takes to protect it. The care and love a shepherd has for their sheep move them to protect them from all kinds of danger. This is the same care and love you receive from Jesus! Today, Pastor Ron shares the difference between a hired hand and a shepherd. The hired hand is motivated by money, an...

Being uncertain about a decision you make is difficult. The insecurity about being right or wrong cripples you from even making a choice. This fear can cause you stress. Friends, there is a decision you can make with confidence that it is the best one. Today, Pastor Ron teaches that the most important decision you can make in life is following Jesus! When you make that decision, you CAN and WILL b...

Have you questioned what is real and true? There are so many voices out there sharing things that feel could be true. We look at social media, the news, or even close friends to help figure this out. It’s become so much that you might have just given up on searching. Friends, I want you to know there is a voice you can always listen to, and it’s the Lord. Today, Pastor Ron warns against the threat...

Have you ever lost something very dear to you? Maybe a photo of a close relative, your favorite t-shirt, or a treasured piece of jewelry. This thing that you lost is so significant to you, so much so that you did EVERYTHING in your power to find it. Imagine that same energy that you put towards finding that thing; that is the energy that Jesus has when looking for the one that strayed away. Today,...

Being entrusted with something is a great opportunity! It could look like being in charge of a large company, raising children, or caring for your grandparents. Having this trust is a huge responsibility, and how you handle it matters. Today, Pastor Ron shares that the religious leaders took this opportunity for granted. They robbed God’s people and took advantage of them. This was not God's desir...

God blesses us with different gifts and abilities. Are you a talented athlete? Do you have a hefty bank account? Maybe you’re a gifted speaker. These are all blessings and important to cherish. You can easily become self-sufficient, when instead, it’s important to remember where these blessings came from. Today, Pastor Ron encourages you to look to the Lord always! Even if you were stripped of you...

If you have kids, you know how they react when they get hurt. Some run to you with open arms, needing a hug and comforting words. Some get angry and just want to be left alone. As a parent, you want to feel needed and help them through their pain, but they suffer alone. In today’s message, Pastor Ron encourages us to run to our Heavenly Father in our times of need. He is a refuge and a fortress; a...

We’ve all watched kids try to get a game of hide-and-seek going and the negotiations that take place: “Okay, count to 10, but NO peeking.” “When I find you, you’re it.” “No hiding across the street, because I’m not allowed over there.” Generally, they can make their own rules and then enjoy the game. But occasionally, you’ll get that kid who needs to make his own rules, not listen to others, or ne...

We’re not all called to lead. In fact, if everyone tried to lead in every area of life, nothing would ever get done. But where you are called to lead, you must lead well, with integrity and purpose. Today, Pastor Ron reminds you that leaders wear many hats. If you’re a leader in your workplace and also a mom, you’re still a leader of your children. If you’re a leader in your community, you’re stil...

We often put God in a box. We try to understand His ways logically when He is anything but logical. The Bible tells us His power, plans, and provision are more than we can hope for or imagine. Isn’t it true that we rarely even know what to ask for or what we desire? We don’t even understand our own hearts, so how can we know the ways of God? In today’s message, Pastor Ron encourages us to remain i...

We’ve all been deceived at one time or another. Maybe you fell for one of those online scams, where they need your credit card information to fix a bank error. Or maybe someone smooth-talked his way into persuading you to buy that extended warranty you didn’t really want. Well, in today’s message, Pastor Ron reminds you that when the Antichrist comes on the scene, the sly deceiver will gain an unp...

Politicians generally get a bad rap in our society. They’re known for their smooth-talking, squeaky-clean presentation, but have a backstory or hidden agenda counter to what we see on the surface. Well, as we know, “there’s nothing new under the sun.” Choosing leaders based on outward appearance and the façade of genuineness has been our way since the beginning. In today’s message, Pastor Ron remi...

We’ve all been in situations where we’ve been caught up in the heat of the moment, where we can look back and see the error of our ways. Isn’t it interesting that God knows our character enough to include lessons in the Bible that will help us in just about every situation?! Today, Pastor Ron reminds us that 1st Corinthians tells us to choose our friends wisely. We’re already constantly bombarded...

Some stories we read in the Bible teach us lessons about what NOT to do. David’s life, rise to kingship, and family legacy were filled with ups and downs. We know he was a man who loved God, but we also see how some of his decisions were made without first seeking the Lord. In particular, his taking Bathsheba as his wife and his lack of Godly parenting should be warnings to us. Today, Pastor Ron e...

Think of a time when you did something that you regret. For most people, that thing comes to mind immediately. Now, think through the steps it took to actually commit that particular sin. Today, Pastor Ron shows the same thing in King David’s life. Even though David is later described as a “man after God’s own heart,” it’s obvious that he also wrestled with his own flesh and made decisions apart f...

We’d all like to think that humans have great and upstanding things in common. We hope that peace, kindness, and patience bring us together and remain at the core of us all. Unfortunately, the Bible tells us that the thing we all share is sin. No one is immune, and this has been true since the beginning of time. But Pastor Ron reminds us today that the answer to this problem is Jesus Christ! He pa...

We’re all familiar with the term “best laid plans.” This phrase refers to planning something far in advance - maybe by researching carefully, weighing the pros and cons, and not making a split-second decision. However, that phrase usually ends like this: “even the best laid plans have gone awry.” So, when we think our plans are foolproof, they can still fail. In today’s message, Pastor Ron reminds...

If a poll were given to people about why they love their spouse, or why they admire a certain celebrity, or what quality they want their children to grow in, many lists would include humility. Being humble is a characteristic God praises highly. In today’s message, Pastor Ron encourages us to be ordinary and to think of ourselves as vessels for Christ. We don’t need to be great or mighty. We need...

We’ve heard the saying, “If you want something done right, do it yourself.” I suppose this is good advice in some situations, but when it comes to God, the exact opposite is true! In today’s message, Pastor Ron reminds us to always wait on the Lord. His timing is rarely at our pace. Our patience wears thin, and we’re tempted to take matters into our own hands. But remember Abraham and Sarah, David...

Sometimes we think sin is harmless and just a blip on the radar of life. But as we see today, Pastor Ron reminds us that David’s sin with Bathsheba marred his life and kingship forever. His family was a disaster, filled with hatred and deception, and nothing was quite right after he had Bathsheba’s husband, Uriah, killed. Don’t mess around with sin. However small or insignificant it seems at the t...

Most of us have a friend or two who would go to bat for us! They’ve got our backs in every situation! Well, today Pastor Ron reminds you that God does this for you also! He sees all, knows all, and has a plan for your life. No matter what you come against, He’s in control and can redeem and conquer every situation. Isn’t that an encouragement? He can make things right and lead you on a better path...

It’s hard for us to imagine someone who never lies. Even the most upright, honest person on the planet has told a little white lie at some point. But in today’s message, Pastor Ron reminds us that God can’t lie! It’s against His nature. So, when God says He’s adopted you, it’s forever. When you acknowledge you’re a sinner in need of a Savior, you accept Jesus as the One who saves, and you give you...

Have you ever tried to stop a bad habit?  Maybe it was to cut sugar from your diet, so you stopped baking at home.  Or maybe you wanted to stop biting your fingernails, so you sat on your hands all day long.  It often takes drastic measures to stop doing something that’s been in your routine for a while.  Pastor Ron reminds you today that this is no different with sin in your life. The Bible tells...

Which voices do you listen to, and how do they influence your life? It could be your parents, your friends, your spouse, or an influencer on social media. What about God? Does God’s voice carry weight in your decisions or your actions? There is a threat that if you listen to the voice of the Lord less, it will become quieter.  In today’s message, Pastor Ron reveals the dangers of not listening to...

When we make negative compromises in our lives, it doesn’t just affect us but also others around us. When you let little things set you off course from following God, they grow into something bigger, leading you to sin against God and others. This can breed distrust among those who depend on you. In today’s message, Pastor Ron shares a warning on how, when you let compromises creep in, it leads yo...