Ring of Truth

“I get plenty of Bible study in. I listen to my Pastor at church and I watch lots of teachers on social media. That’s all I need.” Some Christians get fooled into thinking that’s all they need to deepen their faith in Christ. In today’s message, Pastor Dan will challenge you to take your spiritual development into your own hands. Pastors are imperfect humans, so don’t depend solely on their teachi...

“Why would I need to read the Old Testament scriptures? All I need is to read about Jesus.” There are some who get caught in that temptation. They think the Old Testament doesn’t really apply to them, because Jesus came to abolish the old things, right? Wrong. In his message today, Pastor Dan will teach that Jesus didn’t come to abolish the old teachings but to fulfill them. Don’t neglect to read...

Has God ever used tragedy or difficult circumstances in your life to draw you closer to Him? He seems to work that way often. In today’s message, Pastor Dan will teach about how Paul and Silas’ jailor was ready to take his own life, and God used that situation to save the jailor’s life. When you’re thrown out of your normal routine, and you can’t seem to handle getting through each day, that’s whe...

“I don’t feel like singing today.” Have you ever heard that? Have you ever said that? Culture would tell you to follow your feelings, but that’s not true. When Paul and Silas were thrown into prison, they sang and worshiped God. Do you think they felt like singing? In his message today, Pastor Dan will challenge you to choose to worship even when you don’t feel like it. You’re not a slave to your...

There are many things in this world that can lead us astray. We are desperate for wisdom, direction, and answers for our lives. Needing these things, people look to anything they can get their hands on. In today’s message, Pastor Dan will warn you to be careful and steer clear of things like astrology and fortune-telling. You don’t have to use those things. You have the Word of God. You have the H...

In the church world, sometimes we can get sidetracked in wanting to see tangible results, can’t we? We want to see more people coming to church, more people coming to events, and more people being saved. However, God can work wonders through what we think are small results. In his message today, Pastor Dan will remind you that one person being saved can have great results. Don’t worry about the nu...

Have you ever had a great idea to serve God, but it just seemed like you were coming up against roadblocks? You keep trying and trying, but doors seem to be closing. That may be because God is closing those doors. In today’s message, Pastor Dan will explain that a closed door could be God sending you a message. God speaks in many ways, and if He wants you to share your faith with your neighbor or...

Sometimes we can get ahead of what God wants for us, can’t we? We see some good that needs to be done, and we think we should do it. However, just because something is a good plan, doesn’t mean we’re meant to do it. In his message today, Pastor Dan will remind you to listen to the Holy Spirit. Are you busy doing good things that God doesn’t want you to do? Maybe you’ve got your life overfilled car...

Far too often we try to maintain a self-serving approach to life as we follow Jesus. Instead of the mindset of, “What can I get away with and still maintain good standing with God…” we should desire to live a life that expresses deep gratitude for the love and grace He’s given. As Pastor Dan will remind us today, God’s forgiven us of so much, and to try to find exceptions or loopholes in His law a...

Ministry has to be super uncomfortable and challenging right? God does often call us into situations that challenge us – that’s true – but ministry can happen in your everyday exchanges with the people in your life. As Pastor Dan will encourage us in today’s message, you can minister to others simply by checking in on them. This may be as simple as asking how they’re doing, and if you really liste...

All it takes is faith. What you do can’t save you. Who you are, or who your parents are means nothing in the Kingdom of God. As Pastor Dan continues our study of the book of Acts in today’s message we’ll be reminded of this core truth. There are many different denominations and factions within the Church, most with just slight variations in doctrine. As long as we agree on the core truth of who Je...

At its foundation, the Church is built on Jesus Christ. The belief that we’re sinful and need saving from the destruction of sin, along with the belief that Jesus is the Son of God and He died on the cross for our sin, freeing us from its oppression and destruction, is central to who we are as Christians. As Pastor Dan will encourage us in today’s message, it’s important that we don’t compromise o...

You might hear that statement from Pastor Dan and recoil with the thought that you would never act that way… But, for most of us, we easily slide into a similar legalism with our faith. If someone came into our church wearing that particular outfit, or we saw their car parked at a certain type of establishment or heard them talking about the show they watched last night, we might make some judgmen...

The Bible says that everyone knows there’s a God, but not everyone believes. Today, Pastor Dan says that the complex things around us can show us that God’s real. Many things are unexplainable and that’s on purpose. It’s to show us that God’s greater than us. He’s a God who is powerful and graceful, loving and caring, while also being a judge. When you see a flower, think of how complex it is. Be...

It’s hard to deny someone when they have a witness to what they’re claiming. In today’s message, Pastor Dan talks about common grace which is God showing good not just to people but to everything. We can see the grass growing and the birds being taken care of and because of this, we should be able to say there is a God. There are things in this world that are unexplainable. The only one who can ex...

Can we all agree that rejection is one of the worst emotions to feel? In today’s message, Pastor Dan says that when we share the gospel of Jesus with others, we should expect opposition. Sharing the gospel is offensive to some because it shows them that they need something greater than themselves. When you trust in God, you’re recognizing that you’re not enough. In humility, you must run to Jesus...

The saying goes “We are our greatest critics”. It can be really easy to tear ourselves down especially when we’re alone with no one to run to. Today, Pastor Dan says that you aren’t alone, you’re redeemed by Christ and promised eternal life through Him. God cherishes you as a child of His and wants you to trust in Him fully so He can have a relationship with you. You’re valuable to God. Even when...

How do Christians know that Jesus is the son of God and that we are forgiven? Today, Pastor Dan says we know this because Jesus rose from the dead. Because of Jesus’s death and resurrection, you’re redeemed. You’re loved by a God who knows all and desires a relationship with you. He loves you so much that He sent His Son to die for you. Jesus’s resurrection guaranteed victory over your sin. Believ...

As a believer in Christ, it can be scary to share the gospel with others. In today’s message, Pastor Dan says that when God opens a door to share the gospel, we must walk through it. Sharing the gospel doesn’t guarantee salvation to others, but what it does is give others a chance at receiving the good news of Jesus. Have you put your faith in Jesus? If you haven’t you must! The gospel is for ever...

It can be hard to say something harsh but needed to be said to someone. The reality is, sometimes when we’re authenticity is what someone needs to hear. In today’s message, Pastor Dan says that we must listen to the Holy Spirit for discernment on what to say and when to say it. It’s not easy but it’s necessary when the Holy Spirit tells you to share it with someone. Next time you feel a nudge to s...

Sometimes churches can go into places and seem to be copies of each other. In today’s message, Pastor Dan says not every church should be the same. Churches should be unique because they should serve the community they’re in. What works for one church won’t necessarily work for another church. Do you go to a church? It’s important to find a church that is right for you. Not all churches are the sa...

Sometimes it can be hard to figure out why the church exists. Today, Pastor Dan says that the church is used to equip the saints of Christ for every good deed. When we go to church it’s so we can be prepared for whatever comes our way throughout the week. Do you go to church? If you don’t you should start going so you can walk in community. The church community will help you feel lifted up when yo...

What’s the smallest thing you can think of? Maybe it’s the eye of a needle or those tiny ants that seem to be everywhere during the summer. Today, Pastor Dan says that when you have faith the size of a mustard seed, you can move mountains with God. A mustard seed is small but that’s all it takes when you have God on your side. God wants you to trust Him so He can do miraculous things. He loves you...

It can be hard to stand firm in something we believe in when the people around us don’t believe the same thing. In today’s message, Pastor Dan says when Christians are feeling persecuted by the things around them, they should pray. If you’re a believer, you must be reminded that the only one who can save is Jesus. That’s why you must pray to Him. He’ll give you comfort and also fight the spiritual...

Can we agree that it’s hard to trust someone when there’s a little bit that’s bad about them? In today’s message, Pastor Dan says that even though we can’t explain the things of this world that seem bad, we will understand more when Christ returns. It can be hard to trust God if you don’t believe in Him. He does everything for a reason, even unexplainable things. Trusting in God is the best decisi...