A Sure Hope

Have you ever shared the Gospel and received a blank expression in return? Scripture tells us that the word never comes back void. But, as Pastor Dave explains, sometimes it takes years of watering a dry and cracked heart before anything starts to grow. Today's lesson reminds you to have hope and endurance.

How will those who have had access to a Bible or learned about Jesus enter into Heaven? Today, Pastor Dave shares how all of creation points to a creator. Therefore, the Lord can choose to remove the scales from unbelieving eyes. He can reveal Himself to those without traditional access to the Christian faith, to know of His love.

Are you here today feeling like you've given up on God or that He has left you? As Pastor Dave shares in today's study, it's never too late to return to the Lord. No matter what you've said or done, the Father is waiting with open arms. He is calling out for you to return. So be part of the most incredible love story of all time.

What makes you right with God? As Pastor Dave shares today, many people think that you have to do certain things to earn God’s favor. But this isn’t true. You’ll learn that God wants you to have a relationship with Him. The things you do and the ways you serve are a result of your connection to the Lord, not the cause of it.

There’s a difference between the rules and expectations of religion and the relationship that God wants to have with you. In today’s edition of A Sure Hope, Pastor Dave shares some of the differences between a life of religion and one of deep connection to the Lord. He’ll encourage you to grow your relationship with God.

When you were little, you ran to adults for comfort and help. But, who do you turn to now when you need something when things are hard? Today, Pastor Dave shares that Jesus is there for you. He cares more than you can even imagine. You can count on the fact that He’ll always be with you, no matter what you’re facing.

Some people are really good at what they do. They’re intuitive and know just what to do and say to make things work. Well, today, Pastor Dave explains that Jesus is the ultimate example of a good shepherd. He perfectly cares for those who follow Him, His sheep. You can rest in the knowledge that He’ll take care of you.

Jesus said He came so that you could have abundant life, but what does that even mean? In today’s edition of A Sure Hope, Pastor Dave walks you through the Bible’s definition of abundant life is. You’ll see that it’s not about wealth but it’s more than you can even imagine. Abundant life is rooted in the person and power of Jesus.

Jesus made a lot of bold statements. He said things that set Him apart from the crowd, from other leaders throughout history. Today, Pastor Dave takes a look at what Jesus meant when He called Himself “The Door.” You’ll see that not only is Jesus the only way to eternal life, but He’s also your protector and provider.

As Pastor Dave continues his teaching through the Gospel of John, he'll be exhorting you to repent of any religious hypocrisy. During Jesus' earthly ministry, some of the only people Jesus grew angry with, were the religious leaders that didn't practice what they were preaching. They seemed alive but were really dead inside.