Reaching anyone begins with prayer because it’s the work of the Holy Spirit.

Inviting people to experience Jesus is easier than trying to answer all of their questions or objections.

Reaching anyone begins with adopting God’s heart that hurts at the thought of any perishing. But also, that God would see through the humanity and see the individual he loves.

Reaching anyone begins with adopting God’s heart that hurts at the thought of any perishing. But also, that God would see through the humanity and see the individual he loves.

The resurrection of Jesus gives me hope when people die.

When I am persecuted or when life is hard, I can find strength from other believers.

Distinguish the difference between persecution and hard times. You aren’t Job. Sometimes life is hard. But that’s different than losing your job or your life or your home because you refuse to renounce Jesus.

Exploring God’s Word, one verse at a time.

The Sabbath is God’s built–in pattern for us to combat anxiety.

Anxious people do stupid things. What choice would trust make?

I prayed, and I’m still anxious. Now what? This episode helps answer that question. 

Because his name is Chose One, we approach the manger with thanks.

Because his name is God, we approach the manger with worship.

Because his name is King, we approach the manger with submission. 

Overview of names in the Bible. Examples like the lineage of Adam reads: Man (is) appointed mortal sorrow; (but) the Blessed God shall come down teaching (that) His death shall bring the despairing comfort. 

In week 3 of our series Four Healthy Churches, Pastor Chris Paavola talks about the importance of repentance for a healthy church and why it matters to you.

In week 2 of our series Four Healthy Churches, our Connections Director Grant Bowdish talks about how a healthy church has a shared heart for generosity.

In week 1 of our series Four Healthy Churches, Pastor Chris Paavola talks about how a healthy church is organized and why it matters to you.

Have you ever felt the need to speak up for Christian values but didn’t know how? Whether it was in a social media post or in a conversation with a family member, you wanted to stand up for the truth, but you didn’t want to lose the relationshi...

Have you ever felt the need to speak up for Christian values but didn’t know how? Whether it was in a social media post or in a conversation with a family member, you wanted to stand up for the truth, but you didn’t want to lose the relationshi...

About the Series: Have you ever felt the need to speak up for Christian values but didn’t know how? Whether it was in a social media post or in a conversation with a family member, you wanted to stand up for the t...

Construction requires celebrating progress.

Construction requires consistency. A building can be built by 10,000 nails; it takes one nail at a time. In the same way, the Christian life is more about consistency than fits of passion. Sanctification is about discipline, not motivation. Suc...