What is the one gift that every believer receives when they receive Jesus Christ as their personal Lord and Savior? In today's message from Pastor Bill, he expresses that the Holy Spirit is the gift that's given when you receive Jesus. Jesus sends you His Spirit to help convict you of sin, to comfort you, and to guide you in the ways of Truth. Pastor Bill encourages you, to listen to the ways of the Holy Spirit. Let the Spirit guide you closer to Jesus by staying in the Word and through prayer.

Do you see some people as not worthy to be forgiven? As you listen to today's message from Pastor Bill, he challenges you to ask yourself this question. The Bible teaches you that God desires for no one to perish, not one. Jesus came so that all may have the gift of eternal life. Pastor Bill explains, that if Jesus was willing to forgive you of your sin, you should be willing to forgive others. All have fallen short of the glory of the Lord. There is no one good. Stay in humility and be a light for others to come to Christ!

Has God called you to service within your local church body? As you listen to today's message from Pastor Bill, he stresses the importance of serving within the local church. Yes, there are seasons where God has called you to simply receive. However, don't be stuck in that season for too long. God has given to you gifts and talents, that He desires to use to serve others. Pastor Bill explains, that God desires for you to be a part of His Kingdom work and bringing His Good News to this hurting world.

Have you ever seen people take too much liberty in the name of the Holy Spirit? In today's message from Pastor Bill, he warns you to make sure that the gifts of the Holy Spirit align with what's in God's Word. Sometimes people will go crazy doing outrageous things, saying that it's the move of the Spirit. When in actuality, it's them displaying false teaching. Pastor Bill reminds you to always stay in order and in line with the Bible. If it's not in line with the Bible, it's not the Holy Spirit. Let the Bible guide you!

Has gone given you a word that you're quickly wanting to share with someone else? As you listen to today's message from Pastor Bill, he explains the importance of being careful when you receive a word from the Lord. First, make sure it aligns with God's Word. Second, be sure to apply that word to your own life first, before trying to pass it on to others. Third, Pastor Bill encourages you to be prayerfully considerate before expressing to others. Words from the Lord are weighty and powerful. Use them well.

Sometimes in life, it can be easy to get caught in the comparison trap. However, in today's message from Pastor Bill, he wants you to see the gifts and abilities God's given to you. What are the unique traits God has blessed you with that can help you to serve others? You might not have a gift that stands out or is in the public spotlight. But whatever you've been given, Pastor Bill encourages you to use it for the Lord. Use your unique giftings for the building up of others. Shine your light for God's glory!

In this world, what do you run after? As you listen to today's message from Pastor Bill, he encourages you to chase after love. Let loving God, others, and yourself be your aim. Many people are zealous for the spiritual gifts from God, but not love. The Bible says that without love, your efforts are pointless. Pastor Bill exhorts you to live your life like Jesus, by showing and demonstrating love. Let love be what you're eager for. Be in pursuit of how to show love and to be more loving towards others.

In today's message, Pastor Bill will remind you that love rejoices in all good things. Love rejoices when the prodigal son comes home, love welcomes the prodigal son home... Love forgives. Jesus demonstrated this throughout the entire New Testament. Perhaps Jesus' greatest demonstration of love was on the cross. The son of the Most High allowed Himself to be beaten, mocked, and killed... all to show you just how much He was willing to give to love you in the best way. His love is unending, even in pain.

Take a moment to think over the life of Jesus... Many people mocked, ridiculed, insulted, and even hated Jesus for all of the things that He said and did in the New Testament... But how did Jesus respond to the hatred that was daily hurled at Him? He responded with kindness and grace. Jesus, in His humanity, could've responded in anger or in hurtful words. As a Christian, you can take a note from Jesus' book. When people try to say rude or hurtful things, you can respond in a way that Jesus would.

In today's message, Pastor Bill will remind you that love is one of the most important spiritual gifts and disciplines. Now, love isn't the only spiritual discipline, there many. Such spiritual disciplines include prophecy, patience, kindness, and many others... But even if you've been greatly gifted in one of these spirituals disciplines, none of them are very important if love is not included in their use. When love is used in tandem with other spiritual gifts, the effectiveness of the gift is amplified.