Simple Events with Eternal Significance
Where do you look for satisfaction? Can you find it in the blessings you have received and the fellowship you have with the Lord, or do you find yourself looking longingly at the blessings and gifts of others? Jesus often contrasted satisfaction with covetousness, because He knew that covetous people can never be satisfied; they will never have enough. Let's learn from Jesus today that riches are not a guarantee of satisfaction; riches are a test to determine where true satisfaction comes from.
Lessons From Unexpected Disaster, Part 2
When tragedy strikes -- like the recent earthquake in Turkey -- we find ourselves shocked and saddened by the sudden loss of life. During the ministry of Jesus, an accident occurred and people rushed to hear His answer. To some, it was uncaring, but to those willing to listen, it reminded them -- and us -- of the brevity of life.
Lessons From Unexpected Disaster, Part 1
When tragedy strikes -- like the recent earthquake in Turkey -- we find ourselves shocked and saddened by the sudden loss of life. During the ministry of Jesus, an accident occurred and people rushed to hear His answer. To some, it was uncaring, but to those willing to listen, it reminded them -- and us -- of the brevity of life.
The Coming Storm
In this message, Stephen unpacks additional warnings from Jesus about the end times -- clearly drawing a line in the sand between those who'll accept Him as the Messiah and those who'll reject Him.
On Your Mark, Get Set ... Wait!
Anticipating our Lord's return is something that true believers eagerly await. But in the meantime, what should we be doing in preparation? In this message from Luke's gospel, Pastor Davey shares insight into Jesus' instructions on the "way to wait" for His second coming.
The Antidote to Anxiety
Fear and worry are a natural part of the human experience. Many people feel anxiety when they encounter a big change in life, face struggles, or are unsure how to handle a specific situation. But Jesus taught His disciples that anxiety and worry uncover a deeper problem, they distract us from the total sufficiency of God and our total dependency on Him. From this teaching, we can learn that the closer we align ourselves to God, the less anxiety we will feel about the matters and concerns of our lives.
Consumed by Cravings
Jesus often contrasted satisfaction with covetousness, because He knew that covetous people can never be satisfied; they will never have enough. In this message, Pastor Davey shares that riches are not a guarantee of satisfaction; riches are a test to determine where true satisfaction comes from.
The Right Kind of Fear
If you ask people what they are afraid of, you'll hear a lot of the same answers. "Heights," "the dark," and "public speaking" will be some of the most common. But Stephen Davey helps us understand that there are only two categories of fear that matter, and they have a lot more to do with who we are than what we are afraid of. Those two categories are "saved" and "unsaved," and the right kind of fear will look drastically different for these two groups.
How to Become a Better Hypocrite
When Jesus accepted the invitation to dine with the religious leaders, they probably didn't expect the confrontation and criticism they were about to receive. In a series of principles for hypocrites, Stephen unpacks how hypocrisy can be tempting for every Christian, and how only accountability and self-reflection can keep us transparent and honest before God and those around us.
How to See in the Dark
As Christians, how should we respond to the darkness we see around us every single day? Sometimes, the darkness can seem too pervasive, too corrosive, too evil. Does our light even make a difference? Jesus encouraged His disciples that just a little light can illuminate a dark room, and our example of godliness can set the example in our world.