Ready for Either
Paul wasn't just given a vision of Heaven;; he was actually taken there firsthand! He saw with his own eyes what God had in store for him after his death. So how was he able to remain content in the face of imprisonment, chains, and beatings? Paul himself tells us in Philippians 1:21-26.
Pray for Me
How confident are you in your prayers? I don't mean how confident are you in yourself or in your own ability to pray; I mean how confident are you that God will answer? Stephen shows us what true confidence in God looks like as he takes us back to Paul's remarkable letter to the Philippians.
Modeling a Godly Response to Mud Part 2
Did you know that many Christians in the early Church abandoned Paul? They didn't come to his defense. They gossiped about him. Some even considered his suffering a judgment from God! But as surprising as that is, what is more surprising is the way Paul responded to it.
Modeling a Godly Response to Mud Part 1
Did you know that many Christians in the early Church abandoned Paul? They didn't come to his defense. They gossiped about him. Some even considered his suffering a judgment from God! But as surprising as that is, what is more surprising is the way Paul responded to it.
Moving Forward in Reverse
In this eye-opening look at some of the setbacks Paul experienced in Rome, Stephen will teach us the humbling lesson that God often moves us forward in reverse.
Viggo Olsen
God is capable enough and wise enough to both design a universe to work according to His purpose and direct your steps. Eventually, His guidance will lead you all the way home. Viggo Olsen is an example of a life guided by the Lord; through a challenge to investigate Christianity from his wife's parents, Olsen wrestled through his findings and his agnostic belief system to ultimately discover the truth of God and a saving faith in Jesus Christ. Viggo Olsen was a 20th century Protestant Christian minister and evangelist who is known for his powerful preaching and teaching about the Christian faith. He was born in Denmark in 1895 and grew up in a devout Christian household. After a conversion experience at the age of 20, he felt called to serve as a minister and spent much of his life preaching and teaching about the Christian faith. Olsen was known for his powerful and inspiring preaching style and his ability to touch the hearts of those he served. He preached and taught in churches and conferences throughout Europe and the United States, and his messages had a profound impact on many people. In addition to his preaching and teaching, Olsen was also active in charitable work and was deeply involved in the global evangelization movement. He believed in the importance of spreading the Gospel to people around the world and spent much of his time sharing the message of Jesus with others. Throughout his life, Olsen remained deeply committed to his faith and his calling to serve others. He is remembered as a powerful and influential Christian leader who inspired and encouraged countless people with his words and his life. His legacy lives on through the many lives he touched and the ongoing work of evangelism and mission around the world.
E. V. Hill & S. M. Lockridge
E.V. Hill and S.M. Lockridge lived their lives in ways we should imitate today. What mattered to them was the gospel of Christ. What motivated them was the approval of Christ. What mesmerized them was the glory of Christ. Indeed, their dedication to truth and their love for God is worthy of imitation. E. V. Hill and S. M. Lockridge were 20th century Protestant Christian ministers who are known for their powerful preaching and teaching about the Christian faith. E. V. Hill was born in Texas in 1911 and S. M. Lockridge was born in Arkansas in 1913. Both men grew up in devout Christian households and felt called to serve as ministers from a young age. E. V. Hill and S. M. Lockridge were both known for their powerful and inspiring preaching style and their ability to touch the hearts of those they served. They preached and taught about the Christian faith in churches and conferences throughout the United States and around the world, and their messages had a profound impact on many people. In addition to their preaching and teaching, E. V. Hill and S. M. Lockridge were also active in charitable work and were deeply involved in the civil rights movement. They believed in the importance of standing up for justice and equality, and they worked tirelessly to promote these values in their ministry and in their personal lives. Throughout their lives, E. V. Hill and S. M. Lockridge remained deeply committed to their faith and their calling to serve others. They are remembered as powerful and influential Christian leaders who inspired and encouraged countless people with their words and their lives. Their legacy lives on through the many lives they touched and the ongoing work of the Church.
Katharina Luther
There is a contemporary saying that behind every great man is a great woman. Reviewing the life of Martin and Katharina Luther seems to prove this statement true. Living in the 16th century, this monk and nun broke many of the church-produced rules in favor of obedience to God and His Word. Their committed marriage was an example of humble ministry that impacted the church during the time of the Reformation and continues to serve as an example of faithfulness to this day. Katharina Luther, also known as Catherine or Katie Luther, was the wife of Martin Luther, the 16th century German monk and theologian who is credited with starting the Protestant Reformation. Katharina was born in 1499 and grew up in a devout Christian household. Despite facing numerous challenges and setbacks, she remained deeply committed to her faith and dedicated her life to serving God and others. Katharina married Martin Luther in 1525 and together they had six children. Despite her husband's busy schedule as a monk, theologian, and reformer, Katharina was responsible for managing their household and raising their children. She was also deeply involved in her husband's work and supported him in his efforts to reform the Church. In addition to her responsibilities at home, Katharina was also active in charitable work and was known for her compassion and generosity towards those in need. She was deeply involved in the Lutheran movement and spent much of her time caring for the poor and sick. Throughout her life, Katharina remained deeply committed to her faith and her calling to serve others. She is remembered as a devoted wife and mother, and a deeply spiritual woman who inspired and encouraged countless people with her words and her life. Her legacy lives on through the many lives she touched and the ongoing work of the Lutheran Church.
Katharina Luther
There is a contemporary saying that behind every great man is a great woman. Reviewing the life of Martin and Katharina Luther seems to prove this statement true. Living in the 16th century, this monk and nun broke many of the church-produced rules in favor of obedience to God and His Word. Their committed marriage was an example of humble ministry that impacted the church during the time of the Reformation and continues to serve as an example of faithfulness to this day. Katharina Luther, also known as Catherine or Katie Luther, was the wife of Martin Luther, the 16th century German monk and theologian who is credited with starting the Protestant Reformation. Katharina was born in 1499 and grew up in a devout Christian household. Despite facing numerous challenges and setbacks, she remained deeply committed to her faith and dedicated her life to serving God and others. Katharina married Martin Luther in 1525 and together they had six children. Despite her husband's busy schedule as a monk, theologian, and reformer, Katharina was responsible for managing their household and raising their children. She was also deeply involved in her husband's work and supported him in his efforts to reform the Church. In addition to her responsibilities at home, Katharina was also active in charitable work and was known for her compassion and generosity towards those in need. She was deeply involved in the Lutheran movement and spent much of her time caring for the poor and sick. Throughout her life, Katharina remained deeply committed to her faith and her calling to serve others. She is remembered as a devoted wife and mother, and a deeply spiritual woman who inspired and encouraged countless people with her words and her life. Her legacy lives on through the many lives she touched and the ongoing work of the Lutheran Church.
William Cowper
William Cowper struggled with despair and depression often throughout his life, but through each dark period God still moved and brought him back to the truths of scripture. The Apostle Paul's words, Being justified as a gift by His grace through the redemption which is in Christ Jesus; whom God displayed publicly as a propitiation in His blood through faith, in Romans 3:24 is one verse that God used powerfully in Cowper's life to remind him about the gift of salvation and Christ's payment given to him through faith. These rich truths saw Cowper through the desperation life brought and inspired him to compose beautiful poetry reflecting the glory and praise of the Lord that live on to this day. William Cowper was an 18th century English poet and hymnwriter who is known for his contributions to English literature and hymnody. He was born in 1731 and grew up in a devout Christian household. Despite facing numerous challenges and setbacks, Cowper remained deeply committed to his faith and dedicated his life to serving God and others. Cowper struggled with mental health issues throughout his life and experienced several bouts of depression. Despite these challenges, he remained deeply committed to his faith and found solace and comfort in God. He was also a talented poet and hymnwriter, and his works have been widely read and sung in churches around the world. Some of Cowper's most famous hymns include "There is a Fountain Filled with Blood," "God Moves in a Mysterious Way," and "O For a Closer Walk with God." He was also a talented poet and wrote many poems that have become well-known and beloved by English literature enthusiasts. Throughout his life, Cowper remained deeply committed to his faith and his calling to serve others. He is remembered as a talented hymnwriter and a deeply spiritual man who inspired and encouraged countless people with his words and his life. His legacy lives on through his hymns and poems, which continue to be widely read and studied today.