Ring of Truth

When you become a child of God, your entry in God’s ledger is wiped completely clean! But the amazing thing is that this salvation isn’t a one-time event; it’s ongoing! So the sins and mistakes you may commit in the future will also not be counted against you. Pastor Dan wants you to know that the grace of God that covers your life is greater than any sin you could possibly commit in this life. By...

Because the nature of sin is integral to the story of mankind, it becomes necessary for the person who defeats sin to also be fully human! That’s one of the great mysteries of Jesus: that He came to Earth fully man and fully God. He didn’t compromise His nature as the Son of God by taking on a human form. Pastor Dan teaches you today that Jesus’ dual nature was the only reason He was able to live...

The story of the Gospel hinges on the problem of sin. Because after all, why would Jesus come to save a world if sin wasn’t real? That’s why Pastor Dan is so adamant in today’s message that the story of Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden is true and accurate. If sin didn’t exist, it wouldn’t have made sense for Jesus to die on the cross for the sake of humanity. But it’s precisely because mankind...

One way to make your product stand out among the rest is to make it out of strong materials, so that it can be more durable than the competition. A good salesman knows how to show off when their product is strong enough and resilient enough to withstand heavy use. Well, as a follower of Jesus, you have been filled with strong and resilient materials! Pastor Dan reminds you today that with the Holy...

Do you know someone who has started a successful business? Well, for the most part, an entrepreneur doesn’t find success immediately. More often than not, there is failure involved, and the business needs to pivot and learn from its failure if it wants to succeed. Pastor Dan teaches you today that your faith is just like that successful business: you need to go through trials and tribulations in o...

Scripture teaches us that you cannot serve two masters. So if you aren’t serving God, then who are you serving? And more importantly, doesn’t that make you God’s enemy? Pastor Dan reminds you today that while your sin makes you God’s enemy, Jesus has made a way for you to find peace with Him. When you accept Jesus as your Lord and Savior, the influence of sin is expelled from your life. Without th...

There’s nothing we can do to justify ourselves before God. We could donate millions of dollars to wonderful causes and spend every spare minute serving the poor, and still couldn’t bridge the gap between our broken souls and our perfect Creator. As Pastor Dan will remind us in today’s message, in our state of spiritual depravity, we have only one hope. Jesus Christ is that hope. He gave Himself as...

Have you heard of the “name it and claim it” movement? While it’s loosely based off Scriptural truth, believers in this movement often misplace their faith. The focus is on our determination and on the actual phrases themselves, as if it’s a magical incantation. Oftentimes, the request is also self-promotion or gain, not God’s glory. As Pastor Dan will remind us in today’s message, faith is only e...

Faith by itself. As Pastor Dan continues our study of the book of Romans in today’s message, we’ll be reminded of this fundamental truth. There’s nothing we can do, or add, or subtract from our lives, to be justified in God’s sight. It’s simply by faith. Our lives should look different from the rest of the world, as a result of placing our faith in God. We should be doing good works and avoiding s...

We have some very meaningful sacraments, which is a fancy word for a spiritual ritual or practice in the Church. In some denominations or traditions, these sacraments are given a place akin to salvation itself. Some even attribute their salvation to those practices. For example, some believe that you aren’t really saved unless you get baptized. As Pastor Dan will clarify in today’s message, these...

Many of us have had unknown charges on our bank accounts. You may go into a panic mode, trying to figure out if you actually spent that money, or if someone stole your card info. As Pastor Dan will illustrate in today’s message, imagine if it went the other way – you spent money, but the charges don’t show up on your account. What a blessing that would be! In a similar way, when you sin, it’s like...

Some believers, and even entire denominations of the Church, believe that to be saved, you must live a righteous life. Once you’ve been saved by Jesus, your life should be free of sin, and any sin you commit requires confession and recommitment to God. As Pastor Dan will point out in today’s message, this way of thinking puts way too much on you. It expects something you’re incapable of. Your life...

God has embedded a desire for justice in all of our hearts. It’s easy for us to believe that God can have mercy on us for our sins, but when we see the sins of others, we fully understand why they deserve punishment. God is perfectly just, and even the most minor of sins are deserving of His judgment. We’ve done nothing that even comes close to justifying ourselves in His sight, but as Pastor Dan...

Sin is a constant, daily struggle for every human being. Some aren’t even trying to fight it. Some of us really try to stay away from it, but if we’re honest and aware, we fail a lot. As Pastor Dan will point out in today’s message, when the Bible says we all “fall short,” it’s in the present tense. It’s not something that happened a while ago; it’s something that is still happening on a moment-by...

Whether you’ve spent every waking moment of your life engaged in sin or your trespasses are few and far between, you still fall far short of God’s standard of righteousness. If you compare your separation from Him to the Grand Canyon, it doesn’t matter if you can jump a couple of feet or you’re a long-jump world champion. If you try to jump across, the results will be the same. As Pastor Dan will...

People have often wondered how God will judge people who may have never heard His Gospel or encountered the Bible in any form. Does He judge them against a different measurement? Do they get a pass due to ignorance? As Pastor Dan will point out in today’s message, while Scripture doesn’t go into detail about how God handles this matter, it does make it clear that God writes His laws on the hearts...

To believe in Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior requires submitting to the authority of the Bible. There are certain elements of Scripture that leave room for discussion over their interpretation, but if you’re subscribing to beliefs that go directly against clear teachings found in this Holy Book, you’re rejecting the authority of its Author. As Pastor Dan will explain in today’s message, sin...

All it took for Adam and Eve to break their perfect relationship with their Creator was one act of disobedience. He had specifically told them not to eat of that tree, but they were tempted by Satan to think they could be like God – which would lower His status and elevate theirs. It was selfish to the core. As Pastor Dan will explain in today’s message, that’s all it takes to separate us from God...

You might think that simply showing up at church every Sunday or getting baptized with water is all it takes to find salvation, without really understanding what those actions mean. But do you know how straightforward the journey to eternal life can be? In today’s message, Pastor Dan shares an important message about the one true path to salvation. When you invite Jesus into your heart, trust in H...

It’s easy to believe that pastors are the only ones with a flawless faith, destined for heaven, right? Have you ever thought about the fact that no one in this world will ever be seen as perfect in God's eyes? Sin tends to leave a mark on people's souls. Today, Pastor Dan shares some insights on why embracing God’s grace is so essential for you. Only by turning away from your sins and seeking forg...

Being a family member of a famous actor comes with a few special perks and privileges, doesn’t it? But what about God? Does the same idea hold true for Him? Can having a Christian family background shield you from eternal damnation? Today, Pastor Dan is breaking it down for you and explaining how salvation really works. Only when you truly believe in Jesus can you claim your right to eternal life....

The world's justice system has instilled a certain confidence in us, leading many to rationalize their missteps by balancing them out with acts of kindness. But have you ever thought about the fact that, in God's eyes, you might still be seen as a sinner? Today, Pastor Dan shares the importance of embracing God’s grace. The consequence of sin is death. But Jesus took on that penalty for you and sa...

The Bible shows us that God has laid out a standard for what it means to be a righteous person. But you know, there are times when folks just hit that override button and decide to set their own rules for what it means to be righteous. Some might believe that being kind to others can save them from a fate worse than death. In today’s message, Pastor Dan encourages you to walk in the path that lead...

It's so easy for us to point fingers at others, highlighting their mistakes and passing judgment on them. Doesn't it just make you feel great about yourself? Have you ever thought about the fact that there might be a few things in your life that could use a little tweaking? Today, Pastor Dan shares a heartfelt message about nurturing a strong sense of conviction within you. Rather than pointing fi...

When God brought humans into existence, He made them male and female. It seems like Satan has discovered a fresh approach to steer folks away from God. He convinces people of the idea that there are many different genders out there. These steer people away from what God had in mind from the start. Today, Pastor Dan is inviting you to turn back to God and embrace repentance. When you recognize your...