Passion Church Tucson

The Bible and church history abound with stories of men and women who exhibited courage, conquering their fears, flaws, and failures to embody lives of brave faith. Most of these people were just like us, choosing to trust God despite their inadequacies, past mistakes, and concerns about the future. They believed in God and His promises, overcoming challenges to achieve the impossible and bring gl...

A mother’s love and encouragement shape our worldview. Godly mothers impart faith that guides and strengthens us. The influence of a mother cannot be overstated. I am grateful for my mother’s impact. She always believed in me, and her confidence helped me overcome challenges and setbacks later in life.  While this message and article are directed to mothers, keep in mind that all of us are called...

When you need more faith, you must look to Jesus. The writer of Hebrews states, “Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith.” Heb. 12:2 NKJV Real faith is faith that comes from Christ, imparted to us by grace. Sometimes faith is weak, but even weak faith is not to be criticized. Sometimes, all the faith you have is enough to “cling” to Jesus. Nineteenth-century pastor Charles Spurgeon...

There is faith, and then there is faith. Often, our experience with God and His Word enables us to operate as “routine” in kingdom authority and power. In other words, we operate at a level of faith developed over time, which is good and effective in many situations. However, faith to “move mountains” requires a faith that is beyond our experience and level of understanding of God’s Word—we need t...

I was reminded of the well-known Christian hymn Amazing Grace, composed by John Newton in 1779.Amazing grace! How sweet the soundThat saved a wretch like me. I once was lost, but now am found,Was blind but now I see. Newton, a slave trader, experienced a conversion to Christ during a storm off the coast of Ireland in 1748. Crying out to God for mercy, he discovered the depths of God’s love. Ultima...

As I’ve shared over the past few weeks, God’s Word directs, guides, instructs, and empowers us on our journey with Him. His Word is eternal, and He watches over it to ensure its fulfillment. His Word is alive and active! Embrace the power of His Word to bring about His intentions for your life, family, and church. Have faith that this year will be one of growth and expansion for you and your famil...

Continuing our study of the Parable of the Sower (Mark 4:1-20), this article will begin examining the interpretation of the parable. As I mentioned last week, we have a responsibility to steward God’s Word in our lives. Through Christ, we are made kings and priests. Therefore, we must strive to comprehend God’s truths and strategies. It is the glory of God to conceal a matter, But the glory of kin...

Jesus, His words are Spirit, and they are life (John 6:63). He is the way to the Father (John 14:6), and His words comfort, challenge, and cause change in the hearer. We must actively listen, embrace, and respond to what His Word and promises reveal. This applies to everyone, both those who do not know the Lord and those who do. For those who don’t know the Lord, the truth that He is the Savior of...

t is vital to recognize that God’s Word is essential for remaining steadfast in Him and experiencing the abundant life that Jesus invites us to as His followers. For example, Paul wrote about our adoption into God’s family through Jesus. 16 The Spirit himself testifies with our spirit that we are God’s children. 17 Now if we are children, then we are heirs—heirs of God and co-heirs with Christ, (R...

God’s Word is a  “lamp for our feet, and a light on our path.”  (Psalm 119:105 NKJV)  His eternal Word illuminates our way in a darkened world.   God’s Word provides us with wisdom, guidance, and principles to live by. His Word empowers us to live victoriously and rise above the circumstances of this world. 

The prophet Isaiah declared a timeless truth, The grass withers and the flower fades; but the word of our God will stand forever. (Isa. 40:8 NKJV) God’s Word is eternal and ageless. For followers of Christ, this brings comfort, hope, and strength. In the coming weeks, I will explore the intrinsic power of God’s Word and the promises He makes to us. Understanding God’s Word is essential for remaini...

Today, I want to conclude the Psalm 91 study by examining the promise of God’s power. As I’ve shared in this series, Psalm 91 illustrates the security believers find through their faith in Christ. The secret place is found in the Lord and reflects the Old Testament’s approach to teaching personal faith. Today, this personal faith and understanding of God’s promises are fulfilled in Christ. The Pro...

I have been studying Psalm 91 for the past four weeks. Today, I want to continue by examining a specific promise in this Psalm: God’s provision. Believing in and trusting God for provision is essential. Have you ever felt desperate for it? Many of us have. The key to maintaining peace during times of scarcity is cultivating a strong relationship with the Lord and having confidence in His promises...

Psalm 91 describes the security believers find through faith in Christ. The secret place is in the Lord, reflecting the Old Testament’s way of teaching personal faith. However, today, this personal faith and understanding of God’s promises are fulfilled in Christ. The Promises of Psalm 91 14 “Because he has set his love upon Me, therefore I will deliver him; I will set him on high, because he has ...

Today, I want to continue by examining specific promises in this Psalm. Psalm 91 describes the security that believers can find through faith in Christ. The secret place is found in the Lord. It reflects the Old Testament’s approach to teaching personal faith. But for us today, this personal faith and realization of God’s promises are found in Christ. The Promises of Psalm 91

I began a series last week using Psalm 91 to discuss God’s promises in this well-known Psalm. From a New Testament perspective, this Psalm describes the security believers can enjoy through faith in Christ. This psalm does not promise that believers will have a carefree existence. The function of Psalm 91 is rather to appeal to people to have complete trust in God.1 I was reminded last week of a v...

This psalm arguably brings together all the promises of protection found in the Bible. Isn’t it interesting that our emergency number is 911? I wonder if those who established our emergency call number had Psalm 91:1 in mind! Psalm 91 describes the security and confidence believers can enjoy through their faith in Christ. Psalm 91 is both a prayer and a declaration of trust in God and his promises...

History demonstrates that nearly every significant revival and awakening was initiated by individuals and ministries that earnestly sought God through prayer and fasting. Frequently, these movements of God were accompanied by signs, wonders, and the gifts of the Spirit. We are currently experiencing a history-making move among the nations! Fasting is an essential part of the process of seeing God’...

Before I begin teaching on fasting, let’s take a moment to reflect on where humanity stands as we start 2025. To claim that we are in an unprecedented period in human history is an understatement! First, we are in the age of grace because of what Jesus has done. God’s grace is enough to run the race! His grace does more than forgive us of our sins; it empowers us to accomplish great things in His...

But as we read in Luke’s gospel about the virgin birth, Elizabeth, by the Holy Spirit, could see and discern Mary was with child. Being empowered by the Spirit, she begins to prophesy about Jesus. Even John, in her womb, leaps as Mary enters—the Holy Spirit upon him as promised! In this part of the story of Christ’s birth, we see an example of how faith sees, or discerns, the unseen. In this case,...

Jesus is the author and perfecter of your faith (Hebrews 12:2), and the Christmas story reminds us of this truth. Jesus is our hope, our savior, and our confidence. Through His life and resurrection, we learn that with God, nothing is impossible. You can have God’s faith as you learn to keep your focus on Jesus. The moment you take your eyes off Him, you lose sight of the primary goal of your fait...

The short answer is yes! The Lord is our healer, and from the earliest accounts in the Bible, He reveals Himself as such. In Exodus 15, we read of the deliverance of the children of Israel from Pharaoh and Egypt. Nearly two million Israelites are in the desert under Moses’ leadership. They are thirsty and come to the bitter waters of Marah. The Lord directs Moses to throw a stick into the waters,...

Through faith in Christ, we are adopted into God’s family and become citizens of heaven. The core of our identity is to know as truth that we are loved, accepted, and added to God’s family. We are not striving to earn God’s love and acceptance! In Christ, we have the authority of His name, His Word, and authority as children of God and citizens of heaven. As citizens of heaven on earth, we are inv...

Understanding who you are in Christ, your rights as His child, and your citizenship in heaven empowers you to live according to God’s divine purpose and power! As I shared last week, heaven aids those who understand their identity and position in Christ. Knowing your citizenship and purpose affects your thinking and behavior. Confidence builds, and you pray with focus, which makes your prayers eff...

Abraham waited for the “city” (Heb. 11:10). His natural eyes couldn’t see it, but he could see with a spiritual eye what God had “revealed” to him—the heavenly Jerusalem. God prepared a heavenly country and city for Abraham and all of God’s people (vs. 16). According to Heb. 11:10, 16, we are already citizens of this city. It is so full of exciting and welcoming features that we should find it mys...