Ring of Truth

I don’t know about you, but if I get attacked even by a mosquito, I’m not going to be quiet about it. Much less if people get physically aggressive towards me. Or even when my reputation is on the line, I’m not going to just stand there and take it. Well, in today’s message, Pastor Dan wants you to know that Jesus went to the cross silently— and willingly because of His love for you. He endured th...

The statement, “the debt is paid in full,” truly sticks out to me. Imagine having financial debt, and one day, you find out that it’s fully paid off. It’s an unimaginable relief off your chest! In today’s message, Pastor Dan tells you that Jesus’ death paid YOUR debt from sin. He took your place on the cross and died for YOUR sins. He sent His Holy Spirit to dwell in you during your time on earth,...

Growing up, a couple of my classmates would never show up to school on Good Friday. Now, I knew that Good Friday was about Jesus’ crucifixion, but I didn’t really see its importance until I grew deeper in my faith. In today’s message, Pastor Dan explains the importance of Good Friday. Good Friday isn’t just about HOW Jesus died, but it’s about WHY He died and how that impacts YOU. Without His sacr...

What a powerful statement from Pastor Dan. Yes! It’s true! God saw that the world needed a savior, so He sent His one and only son. In today’s message, Pastor Dan says that God saved YOU from your sins through Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross. Sin put Him on the cross, He took YOUR place, so that you can be saved from sin, Satan, and death. Lastly, He made sure that you can spend eternal life in Heav...

Have you ever done something wrong and blamed it on your sibling? Surely, you’d feel a little guilty for having them take the blame. In today’s message, Pastor Dan talks about Barabbas in the story of Jesus’ crucifixion. Shockingly, you can relate to him. Barabbas was supposed to be killed for his crimes, but instead, Jesus was put on the cross. Much like Barabbas… You belong on the cross for your...

Imagine being one of Jesus’ disciples and hearing Him say that statement. The person you look up to the most, telling you that He will be crucified in the worst way imaginable, and you can’t do anything to help Him. In today’s message, Pastor Dan explains that Jesus always knew He had to be killed, as the prophecies say. As terrifying as this sounds, He died for YOU! His blood saved you from your...

It’s often said that marriage is 50/50, but the reality is… It’s 100/100/100. Each spouse must give their all, and both must rely on God. Because of that, a husband and wife must be on the same team. In today’s message, Pastor Dan teaches that the strength in a Christian household comes from a couple who push each other to grow closer to the Lord. If you’re not married, look for that person who ca...

A core principle of leadership is delegation. It’s knowing your weaknesses and knowing how the strength of others can fill the gap. It’s relying on the skillset of professionals to do the task better than you can. It’s embracing the counsel of those who are experts in their field. In today’s message, Pastor Dan teaches that if you want the wisdom of God, then you need to delegate to Him. Know your...

In the ancient Middle East, as in some places even today, if someone kills a member of your family, your family is required to avenge that death by spilling the blood of the killer or someone from his family. Today, Pastor Dan teaches us how God sought to institute justice in the Promised Land, at a time when there was no police force and no courts. Refuge cities were set up across Israel to prote...

The 12 tribes of Israel never inhabited the entire territory God gave them. They failed to live in and utilize all the land inside the boundaries God had ordained for them. God’s chosen people got complacent and lazy, and they disobeyed God. Today, Pastor Dan asks you to reflect on your own walk of faith. As He did for Israel, God has set boundaries for you. Do you also only inhabit a small portio...

As the tribes of Israel advanced into the Promised Land, God commanded them first to take the territory of Canaan, which Egypt had long possessed. Egypt would not be able to put up a fight because God had devastated them 40 years prior when He sent the plagues, followed by the destruction of their army in the Red Sea. Today, Pastor Dan tells us how God’s work in years past helped Israel succeed in...

When someone tells you they’re going to do something for you—like call you, meet you at a certain time, or be there for you in a crisis—and they don’t follow through, it feels pretty lousy, doesn’t it?  It hurts when people break their promises. Today, Pastor Dan reminds you that God isn’t like that…at all. He doesn’t break His promises, because that’s just not in His character. Jesus said, “I wil...

Most of us can readily remember our sins and beat ourselves up for things we’ve done or should have done, even after we’ve asked God for forgiveness, and even years later. Today, Pastor Dan brings us the good news that God isn’t like that at all. The Book of Numbers lists many locations where the Israelites disobeyed God or grumbled against Him. When we read about those places, we recall their fai...

Do you ever feel as if God is unaware of you? That He doesn’t know what’s going on with you, or doesn’t really care? As the Children of Israel travelled through the wilderness after fleeing Egypt, God had them record what happened to them, so they would know that God was with them the whole way. In today’s message, Pastor Dan wants you to know that God knows you; He knows your story—every place yo...

God’s gift of choice; a gift given out of love. God doesn't force us to do anything. He doesn't make us walk on the path He lays out for us; instead, He permits our choices. Sometimes we can fool ourselves into thinking that these decisions are God's will. Understand that when we force the things that we want to happen and step away from God's perfect will for us, we leave ourselves vulnerable to...

We hear the word “strive,” and we think of the hard work that we’re willing to put into the things we love and want to achieve. The other side of “striving” is struggling; struggling to obtain something or to move forward in a better direction. We sometimes reach too far for things we’re not meant to have. In the end, causing ourselves more grief than we ever anticipated. Today, Pastor Dan teaches...

God makes us many promises, and anything that we can give ourselves outside of that is inferior. Don’t let your eyes deceive you! Don't stop short of what God has for you, just because you think that something else may be better. When you allow yourself to be easily enticed by the look of simplicity and what's right now, you lose sight of God's will. In today’s message, Pastor Dan teaches that liv...

Growth and spiritual maturity are understanding that the enemy will never quit using our temptations against us! Some people think that healing through the provisions God has provided us is enough. It is a constant battle, here in the midst of sin. To convince oneself into thinking that you no longer need to rid your life of the things that kept you under, just because you have found healing, is f...

In this day and age, it can be difficult for women at times to align submissively under their husbands. In fact, one of the hardest things might be to refrain from arguing. Some people may see this obedience as a form of oppression of women. Yet, it is just another example of God's grace and love for His daughters. Today, Pastor Dan teaches us about the practical nature of alignment, the leadershi...

As kids, we made “pinky promises” to signify our commitment to the silly, yet very serious nature of our words. It was a way to build trust and bonds within friendships. Keeping that child-like faith, as Christians, we must never take a vow to God lightly. Vows made to God are binding; more serious than any promise made to another person. Always make your vows to God with great care because, as Pa...

In the Old Testament, there were a number of sacrifices.  First, there were daily sacrifices.  Then, there were weekly sacrifices.  Also, sacrifices once a month.  And finally, sacrifices for various annual festivals.  Why?  Today, Pastor Dan explains how these sacrifices established a calendar and a routine for God’s people.  And he emphasizes how important a routine is for your spiritual life. ...

Did you ever wonder why there are so many sacrifices in the Old Testament?  And do they have any significance in the New Testament?  Today, Pastor Dan draws out a number of commonalities between the Old Testament sacrifices and what happens in the New Testament.  One of the most fascinating deals with the daily morning and evening sacrifices, and how Jesus exactly mirrored them on the cross.  God’...

When you read the Old Testament, especially the part about all the sacrifices of lambs and bulls, you might wonder if this is still important to know about.  If so, you’ll be fascinated by the many ways Pastor Dan shows today that everything in the Old Testament in some way points to Jesus.  Yes, there were a tremendous number of sacrifices, and yet they all point to God’s final sacrifice of His S...

An interesting question arose for Moses when he was preparing to divide up the Promised Land. Some women came to him, daughters of a father with no sons.  And they pointed out that Moses’s plan would give them no inheritance to carry on their father’s name.  Today, Pastor Dan notes that there was nothing written in the Law to cover this situation.  So what did Moses do?  He inquired of the Lord. ...

If you’re an athlete, such as a baseball player or a marathon runner, you know how important it is to train.  You want to do everything you can to make yourself stronger for your sport and avoid everything that will make you weaker.  Today, Pastor Dan shows that training in godliness must be approached in that same way.  When you’re focused on living for Christ, you’re strengthening your faith and...