A Sure Hope

Have you ever tried so hard for perfection that you gave up? Today, Pastor Dave addresses the religious leaders of Jesus’ day and their legalism. He tells us that a relationship with Christ, not fulfilling man-made laws, brings satisfaction. The emptiness of the religious person disappears when Christ fills that void.

Can you defend what you believe? What is apologetics and why is it important? The Bible instructs us to be able to defend our faith. Are you ready to give an answer when others ask about your faith in God and your belief in Him? Today, Pastor Dave teaches us the value of having an answer for what we believe.

Has American Christianity become too comfortable? The cross compels us to submit to the yoke of Christ and follow Him. What does it cost you to follow Christ? In today’s message, Pastor Dave discusses cheap grace versus costly grace. Cheap grace is forgiveness with no repentance, or grace without discipleship.

Why do people remain silent when they see atrocities related to prejudice happen? In today’s message, Pastor Dave addresses the silence of the churches in Europe while millions of Jews were mistreated and murdered during World War 2. He reminds us to not let self-interest affect our response to other’s suffering.

The greatest peace mission of God was reconciliation. Jesus wanted to reconcile man to God, and men to other men. He first started this work, by teaching the importance of overcoming prejudice between the Jews and Gentiles. Today, Pastor Dave shares God’s desire for the two peoples to become one in Christ.

Have you ever been the victim of unfair treatment? Today, Pastor Dave discusses the cause of prejudice and what our response should be. He says the source of prejudice is pride, or thinking we are better than others. If you are angry with God about prejudice, listen to these timely words and begin to heal.

If someone you love were in a life-or-death situation, how far would you go to ensure their safety? Would you give up your safety and security to ensure theirs? That is similar to the thought Pastor Dave wrestles with in today’s message; what lengths would you go to to ensure a loved one receives salvation in Christ?

Have you ever known someone whose personality would change to match the people they were around? Today, Pastor Dave addresses the tendency of churches to adapt to worldly culture as a way to win it over. As you may have heard Christians are called to reach the world, but does that mean you should conform to it?

Have you ever agreed with someone to avoid an argument? That’s a compromise and it can be a good thing to avoid exaggerating a negative situation. But as Pastor Dave points out, when you start to alter your beliefs and values to not offend others, you are failing to take a stand in righteousness!

How’s your prayer life? Do you pray often? When you pray do you really pray or do you just recite a list of wants and/or complaints? As Pastor Dave will Illustrate, you should pray boldly and often! Pray for things you may think are impossible, that will help you to become a more powerful witness for Christ!