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In today's passage from the book of Psalms, the coming Messiah is ordained as a priest forever in the order of Melchizedek. Who is Melchizedek? Something of a mystery. He comes up a few times, and is clearly revered, but we're not given a thorough explanation of exactly who he is. Some think he was Christ, manifested in an earlier form. Scripture doesn't confirm this. Today, Pastor Malcolm will de...

God is on your side. His enemies are the devil, and the forces of evil that lead men astray and cause destruction. God went to incredible lengths to bring you out of darkness and offer you salvation. He won't just cast you off for falling back into temptation. Today, Pastor Malcolm will encourage you when you find yourself giving in to your flesh and forgetting who you are in Christ, remind yourse...

Often, our distress is brought on by our own poor decisions. This is especially true on a national level, as we see demonstrated throughout the history of Israel. How we respond in those moments is important. Will you humble yourself and seek the Lord, or will you embitter yourself towards Him, blaming Him for the trials you're facing? Today, Pastor Malcolm will encourage us to call out to the Lor...

Your sinful nature and the new nature Christ instilled, are incompatible. One must die for the other to thrive. But that nature is a stubborn, prideful one, and it doesn't go down without a fight. That fight will last through the rest of your life. But as Pastor Malcolm will point out in today's message, whenever that old nature rears its head, your new nature should motivate you to flee from it....

The sin of pride is one of the most dangerous. Many other sins can often be traced back to it. As Pastor Malcolm will point out in today's message, this sin can infiltrate the individual heart, and it can easily overtake the soul of a Nation. When people determine that they don't need God or that God needs to fit into a specific mold of their making, they're essentially placing themselves in His p...

None of us wants to experience hardship or suffering. As Pastor Malcolm continues our study in the book of Psalms today, he'll draw our attention to the redemptive nature of our God. He not only redeems the hearts of men through his Son Jesus, but He also redeems situations and circumstances. We see this time and time again throughout scripture, like the story of Joseph. If it weren't for the unim...

It's hard to imagine what the angels must see when they observe us humans in this broken world. We don't give a lot of thought to the angels that are often referenced in scripture. But they play a key role in God's kingdom, and are actively engaged in spiritual warfare all around us. Even as you hear these words, some may hold a somewhat fantastical view of them, like elves or leprechauns, but the...

Depending on your background. It may be hard to see God as a father. Perhaps your earthly father was a poor reflection of what God designed them to be, or maybe they just weren't there at all. Many believers struggle to see themselves from God's perspective. Yes, He hates sin and the destruction it brings, but He dearly loves His creation. You are His creation. As Pastor Malcolm will remind us tod...

We've all known a Martha, haven't we? If you've been around the church for a few years, you might know a few. Perhaps you take on a similar mindset at times as well. As believers, all of us experience the temptation to judge other believers on their level of commitment or the quality of their service and worship. But as we'll be reminded in today's message from Pastor Malcolm, as soon as our focus...

That is a common misconception in the church, isn't it? We think that the Holy Spirit will only come if we sing some songs and prepare our hearts, and the mood is just right. But it's Jesus who has done the work of purifying our hearts, and His spirit comes in because of that work. As Pastor Malcolm will clarify in today's message, our singing of praise songs and any physical actions or heart post...

What a profound and life-giving promise. As we continue our study of the book of Psalms, a book full of praise for God, whether in moments of victory or sadness; Pastor Malcolm will remind us of the importance of continual, faithful worship. God is worthy of our praise. He rewards those who come call on Him. Those rewards are greater blessings than any career or the smartest financial planning can...

The Psalms are so honest, and that's a big part of why they resonate so deeply with us. As we read through them, we find moments of great triumph, where the praise easily flows from the heart, and then we find moments of despair, as in today's passage. We find a moment of great questioning. Where are you, God? Where is your goodness? Yet even in this moment, as Pastor Malcolm will point out, the p...

There's a reason the Church holds the cross so dearly. This was an instrument of death, perfected by an oppressive empire used to torture and kill the Son of God in one of the cruelest ways possible. You might think we would avoid the thought of it. But as we will be reminded in today's message from Pastor Malcolm, the cross was where mercy and justice met. This tool that represents the worst of w...

Worship is such a powerful weapon for the believer. It requires a conscious choice to submit to God in faith and gratitude, trusting that He'll provide just as He's provided in the past. As Paster Malcolm continues our study in the book of Psalms, we'll be reminded of this beautiful truth. When we walk through dark times, it may be hard to see a way out. We may struggle to remember the mountaintop...

That can be a fine line to walk, can't it? Discerning whether someone's behavior, attitude or lifestyle is a violation of God's design; or whether they only offend your personal convictions or values. There are things we consider inappropriate in certain settings or for certain age groups, but that doesn't mean they're wrong or sinful. As Pastor Malcolm will point out in today's message, we need t...

When something horrible happens in life, it's natural to question how God could have let it. But this question can also be incredibly ironic. For many people, they want little or nothing to do with God, ignoring His existence and directly disobeying His commands and rejecting His design. But as Pastor Malcolm points out in today's message, when those same people experience some kind of misfortune,...

If you have kids, then you know that they copy everything you do. Even if you're not trying to teach your kids something, somehow they pick up every little movement and saying, usually you don't know they've gotten something from you until they show you. But wouldn't it be awesome if your kid followed Jesus because they saw you following Jesus? Today, Pastor Malcolm says you must share the gospel...

Have you ever watched a sports game that went down to the wire? Maybe it was a game where it went into multiple overtime periods or a last-second shot. In Those moments, no one ever knows the outcome, and yet those are the times people remember forever. Doesn't life feel like those moments sometimes? Today, Pastor Malcolm says, sometimes God doesn't always tell you why situations are happening in...

Billy Mays was an old telemarketer who could sell anything and convince people to buy anything. Yet what made him unique is how he managed to take the spotlight off himself and make people focus purely on the product he was selling. In today's message, Pastor Malcolm says we should never try to capitalize on the gifings God's given us for our own gain. You see, like a telemarketer and their produc...

If you're an introvert like me, you understand the feeling of warmth and comfort that comes from being in your home. There's something special about knowing you have a place to rest, whether with your family or alone by yourself. In today's message, Pastor Malcolm says that you are the temple of the Lord. He resides in you. God's chosen you to be a part of His family. He loves you and has given yo...

A tree is just as sturdy as the roots that are under it. A tree with poor roots will fall when it's hit with enough wind but a tree with big roots will not be shaken. In today's message, Pastor Malcolm says, we must be rooted in the word of the Lord. The enemy will lie to you and try to shake you. You must remind yourself of the truths that God gives you in His Word. Don't let the enemy have his w...

If you're a fan of a sports team, then you know what it means to support them even when they don't win. Part of being a fan is cheering through the ups and downs. What if I told you there's someone you cheer for and praise who never loses. Today, Pastor Malcolm says, you must give praises to the Lord through the ups and downs of your life. God deserves all your praise. Unlike your earthly sports t...

One of my flaws is that I'm late for everything. I can make up any excuse from my upbringing, to my lack of sleep, but what it comes down to is my lack of time management. Today, Pastor Malcolm says, unlike me, God's never late; He's always on time. When you feel like God doesn't have a plan for your life, remind yourself that he's always working, even when you don't see it. He loves you and wants...

If you believe in Jesus, you've been tasked with a goal, and it's a lofty one. You must share the gospel with everyone you can, so that they can have the chance to go to heaven. Today, Pastor Malcolm says the best way to bless someone is to give them the hope of Jesus. If you aren't actively sharing Christ with others, you must change your life. Even if you aren't the greatest speaker, you can be...

Like many of you, I've always had different dream cars that I've wanted to own, because I thought they were cool or would elevate my look. Right now, that car is an Audi R8. Today, Pastor Malcolm says there's a place that promises to give you more than you can imagine. If you believe in God, he promises eternal life in heaven with him with riches beyond your belief. As much as you may want differe...