Sermon Podcast

What's the truth about suffering? It shouldn't be a surprise. It leads to great joy. It reminds us of God's love. And it's the result of holy living.

If we want to live with the end in mind, we need to prepare daily, think differently, love sincerely, and serve cheerfully. Victory is close, and eternity is real!

Mutual submission: Will we willingly serve each other?

When the Church is under attack, being united is more important than ever. How can we be united? We need to change our hearts to be tender, humble, and forgiving. And we must control our words to bless others and bring peace to others.

Our behavior changes the hearts of people more than our words. How do we have honorable behavior? We submit to God's authority, serve God's purpose, and honor everyone.

Growing up takes being intentional. Building up takes getting involved. Speaking up takes accepting a new identity.

How can we live with unshakeable hope? We always live holy by changing our attention and our affection. And we always show love by finding our group and giving the grace we so desperately need.

How can we live with unshakeable hope? We remember that we belong to a different home, rely on a different hope, look differently at our trials, and serve a different God.

God is looking for a person who thinks of others before self. How can we be that person? We let go of the past, lay aside our pride, learn to be patient, live with purity, and look to protect.

The blessed life starts with the right. How do we have the right heart? We desire to have a persevering heart, a caring heart, a servant heart, and a generous heart.

The wrong decision is often easy to make but will cost more in the end. Which life do we want? When we are empty, alone, and/or bitter, we tend toward a life filled with wrong decisions. When we return to God's presence, connect to God's people, and devote ourselves to God's praise, we tend toward a life filled with God's blessings.

What are the five steps to dealing with stressful situations? We celebrate God's mercy, change how we think, choose our words carefully, consider another perspective, and commit to living at peace.

How do we start a new legacy? We acknowledge our legacy since we cannot change what happened in the past. We escape our legacy by seeking personal forgiveness, giving forgiveness to others, and being grateful for our legacy. And we influence a new legacy by praying for our world and teaching by example.

How can we know the next generation? Every generation has defining characteristics, influences, and threats. And every generation needs to be encouraged. How do we reach the next generation? We set the right example and repeat the truth.

The One who designed relationships has the right to define relationships. How can we have healthy relationships? We celebrate each other's gifts, surrender to the Holy Spirit, and choose to submit.

Our family's leader determines our family's legacy. How can we be a leader within our families? We acknowledge our pride, learn the power of humility, and honor God's authority.

Before the end, people will get distracted and will cause destruction. The end will come with the rapture of the Church, the bride of Christ joining the Father, the judgement seat of Christ, the marriage Lamb of God, the triumphant return, the millennial reign, and the eternal city. Until it ends, we can be sure we're ready and focus on relationships.

What is the truth about Satan? He is a fallen spirit (angel), not equal to God, who wants to destroy what God created, but ultimately will be defeated. What is the truth about angels? They are eternal, created, servant spirits, who worship God. They direct us when we are troubled, strengthen us when we are weak, and protect us when we are in danger. What does it mean to me? We can look out for our...

All humanity was created by God with identical worth to God. All humanity has a purpose for God: to bring glory to God, to carry out His work, and to reflect His image. All humanity has broken what God created, but only God can restore what humanity has broken. There is hope.

What is the purpose of the church? The church is where we encounter the presence of God through prayer and worship. And the church exists for the good of others by sharing the Gospel, serving the hurting, and spending time in God's house with God's people.

Everyone is in need of salvation. No one can accomplish it on their own. There must be a payment for our sin, which only Jesus can pay. We must have belief: turning from (repentance) and turning to (faith).

Can we trust the Bible? The Bible is scientifically and historically accurate, supernaturally and prophetically written, quoted and trusted by Jesus, stronger than any attack, and still changing lives every day.

Who is Jesus? Jesus, the Son, is God. He is eternal. He is always working. And He makes peace possible.

What we believe directly impacts how we live. What do we believe about God? God is the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit: the Trinity.

What was essential for the early church has become secondary in today's church. A better way to pray is with daily dependence, constant persistence, and complete trust. Then, we can worship God though it all.