In the story of Elijah, God answers Elijah's prayer and sends fire from heaven down to Elijah's altar, in order to show the people of Israel that He is the one and only true God. This is just one example of how God answers prayer.

In this message, Jill uses the analogy of an altar and describes twelve components that make up our relationship with God. It's a way of helping us understand how God can send "fire" down to our altars to answer our prayers.

It's easy to get discouraged when we're praying for a family member or a loved one and we just don't see God answering our prayers. In those times, we might tend to tell God how and when He should answer the prayer instead of having faith that His answer to our prayers might be in a way or at a time that is different than we imagine—but better!

In this message, Jill gives us the example of Elijah and the widow and her son at Zarephath. Sharing her own personal stories, Jill encourages us to keep praying for our loved ones in any circumstances.

When we think of the "heroes of the faith," we tend to focus on the tasks they accomplished and the people they encouraged—but the things they accomplished on their feet wouldn't have happened if they hadn't spent time on their knees in prayer. Even Elijah had to start somewhere! He was a shepherd in a small town who cultivated "the hidden life" of prayer before God called him to change his world. 

In this message, Jill walks us through Elijah's story, before the majestic displays of God's glory on Mount Carmel, to a life fueled by prayer and trust in the Lord.

How's your prayer life? Are your prayers childish, easily distracted, unfocused and lacking in passion, seeing prayer as a way to get what you want? Or are they heartfelt, fervent, and effective... prayer that works?

Drawing from the prophet Elijah's fervent prayer life and his prayers for rain in a drought, Jill guides us in becoming great "pray-ers" and encourages us that effective prayer takes time and work but is completely worthwhile.

Even before Daniel was sentenced to be thrown into the lion's den he'd endured so many trials at the hands of the King. As he faced certain death, he might have wondered what good came to him or his people from his suffering.

In this message Pete Briscoe teaches from Daniel 6 and provides encouragement for those of us who despair and wonder where God is when He doesn't spare us from trials.

No matter how many times we live through it, it's always frustrating to see leaders abuse their power and arrogantly live above the law. Or worse, intentionally revile God and enjoy doing it.

Teaching from Daniel 5 Pete Briscoe reveals a comforting truth for those of us who yearn for justice that will help us patiently await God's timing of judgment.

Do you worry about political campaigns and agonize over who wins elections and gains power to impact the world?

In this message Pete Briscoe teaches from Daniel 4 where we learn exactly when and how elections are won or lost and how we can ease our worried minds about the entire process.

Can God be trusted? If you've ever prayed diligently and He didn't come through, you might not be sure you can trust Him.

In this message Pete Briscoe teaches from Daniel 3 where we see an example of how to surrender our doubts about God and trust Him even when He's said "No" to us in the past.

God sends His Spirit into our hearts so we can begin to walk in "newness of life." This means that when we become believers we can be free, regenerated, and renewed. The "newness" that comes from the Spirit happens in many ways.

In this message, Stuart discusses the ways the Holy Spirit works within us. 

We can see how active the Holy Spirit is when we look at the New Testament scriptures. This is especially true when looking at the gospels and studying the life of Jesus.

In this message, Stuart looks at the role the Holy Spirit had in Jesus' life from His birth to His baptism.