Depositing Your Life in the Bank of Heaven
There's great joy when something is made just for you--a tailor-made suit, a build-your-own sundae, or a custom home. The designed outcome is perfect for you. Did you know that your suffering and trials in this life are also custom-made just for you by God? They are designed to deepen your faith and teach you to fully entrust your life to our Creator God.
Cleaning House
As we prepare for the end of this age and Jesus' return, it's all about attitude. Instead of seeking control amid growing chaos, we must choose surrender to the Lord's plan. Instead of merely resting in our salvation and future glory, we must pity unbelievers for the eternal wrath awaiting them.
Wearing the Brand Name Well
Jesus was mocked and scorned His whole life. And His followers have been persecuted ever since. As His return draws nearer, the hatred for Christians will continue to grow. How can we stand strong in our faith and glorify God, even when we suffer for Christ's sake?
The Firestorms Are Coming
In his letter, Peter tells us to not only expect trials in life, but to celebrate them! Thankfully, he also describes for us how this is possible for the believer, and he encourages us to use our inevitable suffering to become more like Jesus.
A Thousand Unseen Gifts
Behind every great event are countless individuals that have worked, often without accolades, to make it happen. The Church is no different, filled with God-empowered Christians serving each other's needs in support of a single grand purpose: to glorify God!
Giving Away Your Gifts
God has given every believer special gifts. But they're not oursâ€â€Âthey belong to Him. And as each day brings us closer to the return of Christ, Peter encourages us to prepare by identifying our gifts and then sharing them for God's glory.
Five Practices for End-Times Preppers
We are living in the last days. And, as believers, we are called to prepare as the end draws near. But the Biblical instruction for readiness contradicts worldly expectations, challenging us to stay focused on others.
Prepping for the End of the World
To believers, "the end is near" means something very different than to the rest of humanity. While the world fears inevitable catastrophe, Christians are anticipating the return of Jesus Christ and our eternal future with Him.
God is Agape, Part 2
Love isn't just something God does; it's something He is. And in this message, Stephen explains why that is eternally significant for us as believers.
God is Agape, Part 1
Love isn't just something God does; it's something He is. And in this message, Stephen explains why that is eternally significant for us as believers.