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John proclaims Jesus as the Son of God and Savior, emphasizing belief in Him as necessary for salvation. How do you know what your mission in life is? John the Baptist knew. He knew that he came to prepare the way for Jesus. But what about us? How do we know? No matter how young or old we might be, at some point we need to begin to ask questions of ourselves or maybe of others and we might begin t...

God loves us, but we need to remember, God’s will never changes. God says: I am the Lord that is my name. God is firm in what he says. If we will not listen and obey God, He will discipline us through consequences. God’s goal is that we learn to trust in Him. How many times have we said that we need to trust Him and even memorized it, yet still so often we don’t seem to learn. If you would like us...

As Matthew tells us about the birth of Jesus, we learn more about Joseph than at any other point in scripture. We learn the kind of person he was and most of all, we learn about who Jesus will be. Both Mary and Joseph were visited by angels of God. Angel visitations, and dreams are God’s way of saying. Just keep the faith. So, no matter what your situation looks like, what troubles you may have to...

Advent and Christmas means celebrating the birth of a baby. Babies make no demands on anyone other than their parents or those caring for them. While we may enjoy holding babies, the moment they start fussing we quickly hand them back to their mother or father. If we forever view Jesus as an infant perhaps like our own children, we miss out on much of his life and teachings. It is so important tha...

Judah was characterized by rugged terrain, rolling hills, and fertile valleys and this region, known as the Hill Country of Judah, played a crucial role in the life and history of the Israelite tribes, particularly the tribe of Judah. It is often described as a land flowing with milk and honey, reflecting its agricultural richness and strategic importance for settlement and agriculture. Overall, t...

The Bible emphasizes the importance of wisdom and understanding as essential gifts from God. Spiritual wisdom is rooted in the fear of the Lord and is characterized by a deep reverence for God and His commandments. Isaiah was a prophet during a tumultuous time in Israel’s history. The nation was often stricken by disobedience, leading to challenges and adversities. If you would like us to pray for...

This story reminds us that Advent brings us a delightfully mixed message. It is not just a season of waiting; it’s also a season of judgment. It's also a season of joy. Going to God's house can be either a chore or a delight. What is it for you? If you would like us to pray for you, please send your prayer request to: pastor@ustepin.com If you would like to see this or previous messages, either as...

The central theme of Psalm 46 is the assurance of God's protection and presence during crises. We note, that fear is a terrible thing. Fear causes us to settle for second best. Fear may even keep us from answering God’s call. If you would like us to pray for you, please send your prayer request to: pastor@ustepin.com If you would like to see this or previous messages, either as video or audio vers...

One of the hardest lessons we need to learn is that not many worthwhile things in life are ever given, most have to be earned. It appears that work is part of the plan of God for our lives. The apostle Paul believed this. Work is seen as part of God's perfect creation. Work is not merely as a means of survival, but as a way to participate in God's creative order. If you would like us to pray for y...

God has drawn a line in the sand that the devil cannot cross - We must recognize that God’s boundaries not only protect us but also guide us toward righteousness. Paul says that we must be ready for anything that threatens our faith. Paul knew that the Thessalonians would face pressure from persecution, false teachers, worldliness, and apathy, causing them to waver from the truth and possibly to l...

Paul often encouraged believers to live out grace in their relationships, forgiving one another as God has forgiven each of us. Grace teaches us to let go of bitterness and embrace the freedom that comes from forgiving others. If you would like us to pray for you, please send your prayer request to: pastor@ustepin.com If you would like to see this or previous messages, either as video or audio ver...

Paul thought he was nearing the end of his life, and so Paul could confidently say that he had been faithful to his call. Paul writes this letter to Timothy. At the same time, it's a reminder to all of us that life is a continuous journey, and until our last breath there is still much to achieve and learn. If you would like us to pray for you, please send your prayer request to: pastor@ustepin.com...

Paul essentially says: don’t give up! Continue to live as you know you should, God is the only one you need to please. He also says: don’t expect false teachers and evil people to reform and change on their own. Left alone, they will go from bad to worse. If you have the opportunity, correct them, give them the opportunity to come back to faith in Christ. If you would like us to pray for you, plea...

2 Timothy 2:2 tells us: Timothy, my dear son, be strong through the grace that God gives you in Christ Jesus. You have heard me teach things that have been confirmed by many reliable witnesses. Now teach these truths to other trustworthy people who will be able to pass them on to others”. This is what Paul told TImothy, but it’s for any leader. Just imagine, if the church were to consistently foll...

As we live our lives of faith, we may be surrounded by a large crowd or a small group of trusted companions. Whatever the size of our community, we are born with a need to walk this road of life with fellow travelers. We need to “go with” others on the path we have been set upon by what we had learned. We are empowered by those who walk with us, be it family, or close sincere friends. Paul had lef...

Why is it so difficult to have true contentment? It’s difficult to have true contentment due to several factors. One might be our mindset and our behavior, which can often lead us to feel unfulfilled despite our achievements. Another could be the constant reminders (the marketing) of things we are missing out on, which can hinder our ability to find contentment. But then when is enough… enough? Th...

Jesus is the sole mediator, acting as the bridge between humanity and God. No one else can mediate our relationship with God! "Godliness" and "Dignity" emphasize the importance of a life that is both spiritually mature and morally upright. Godliness refers to a devoted life, it is a discipline that requires intentional effort and training, much like physical exercise, and that exercise is what dai...

Our current Series is called: Living with… it’s about the principles we are born with, the traditions in place at home, at church, the life choices we make, and how we deal with everyday situations. We’ll look at how important it is to live according to what the Bible (the Word inspired from God) teaches us, acknowledging the Bible’s ultimate authority. We read: “Your word is a lamp to my feet and...

Paul probably wrote this letter during the year 60 A.D. while he was under house arrest. Onesimus was a domestic slave who belonged to Philemon, a wealthy man and a member of the church in Colosse. Onesimus had run away from Philemon and had made his way to Rome, where he met Paul, who apparently led him to Christ. Paul is asking Philemon for an incredibly generous gesture. If you would like us to...

The love of God is a profound concept that encompasses His unconditional care, that encompasses two things that when seen or placed close together show a contrasting effect: mercy, and grace on one hand and discipline towards us his children on the other. And Yes, we are His children. If you would like us to pray for you, please send your prayer request to: pastor@ustepin.com If you would like to...

How might we improve our relationship with God? If our minds are occupied with the problems of the day. It’s like we lose our focus on God. There is a massive disconnect between what the people have been doing for God and what God wants. Perhaps we even hate how our sin has separated us from God, and we want that relationship mended. Everything is fine until we seek to resolve those issues ourselv...

This text teaches that human opinions are subject to change, but God's truth remains constant. We tend to form opinions on all matters in life, as Christians in today’s world, we might consider that even though Jeremiah got his message from God, he was unpopular, because his message showed the people how bad they were. As for us? Well, we don’t want to lose friends or family, so it’s more comforta...

Practical matters refer to actions and decisions that are directly related to everyday life and can be applied in real-world situations. In Luke 12, Jesus, the Son of God, was teaching his disciples, the crowds gathered to hear him, they were eager to listen. Keep in mind, that although it was not mentioned, Jesus was not teaching men only, he was teaching women and children too. May your life be...

Hosea was the last great prophet that God sent to the northern Kingdom of Israel before they were destroyed and exiled by the Assyrians. He presents a powerful message of God’s love for his people, even while they were sinning against Him. If you would like us to pray for you, please send your prayer request to: pastor@ustepin.com If you would like to see this or previous messages, either as video...

Christian faith provides a growth track into knowledge of the truth; but along the way, how do we guard against being deceived by lies masquerading as “well crafted arguments"? Consider, if your growth track is too narrow, you might become thick-headed and insular. No one can teach you a thing, and love, love disappears from your life. But if your track is too wide and every idea is an exciting ne...