Whenever we as believers go through a trial, persecution, or otherwise, we're often quick to ask The Lord to bring it to an end. However, it's more often than not that The Lord uses such situations for us to grow in our faith and our reliance upon Him. As Pastor Bill will discuss in his message today, The Lord isn't always determined to end our suffering as quickly as possible. In his study, you'll also learn how The Lord has no desire for us to live in fear, but to trust in Him and draw the strength we need from Him.

Many of us would be quick to agree that one of the last things that we feel when we're being persecuted is a sense of rejoicing. Even after the fact, we sometimes get hung up on how someone can be so intolerant towards someone just because they think differently. However, as Pastor Bill will teach you in his message today, the Bible does indeed tell us to rejoice when we experience such things. In his study, you'll be encouraged to remember the reward that awaits you in Heaven when you suffer for The Gospel.

Perhaps one of the most efficient ways to discern between the tares amongst the wheat in a church is none other than persecution. While persecution is definitely less than favorable, it's acted as quite the purifier of congregations throughout history. In today's message, Pastor Bill will teach you about the background of the church in Smyrna and it's relevance to persecution. In his study, you'll gain a better understanding of how a true and passionate zeal for The Lord helps us overcome attacks against us.

If you were convicted and charged by a judge and jury, the last thing that would help clear your case would be “yeah, but” as an excuse. Likewise, when it comes to Scripture and the authority of God's Word, each and every line is incontestable and final. In today's message, Pastor Bill will implore you to not be a “yeah, but” Christian, but to take God's Word for what it is, absolute authority. In his study, you'll learn the importance of revering God's Word with integrity and without compromise in your walk.

What does it mean to you to be a believer and follower of Christ? Is it a mere profession of faith, baptism, and maintaining a consistent church attendance record? Or does it mean pursuing the Kingdom of God and being the change the world so desperately needs? As Pastor Bill will discuss in his message today, you as a believer are called to be a light in the darkness. In his study, you'll gain a better understanding of what it means to represent Christ and to take a stand against compromise and wickedness.

Whether they're a believer in a Christ or not, many people are quick to assume that the word apocalypse means destruction. However, as Pastor Bill will teach you in his message today, the word apocalypse actually means unveiling, or to reveal. In his study, you'll learn about some of the most common misconceptions surrounding the Book of Revelation. From the common mistake of pluralizing “Revelations” to simple misunderstandings, you'll gain a better understanding of this fascinating book.

While many of the gods of various religions often have a lot in common, their all lacking when compared to The One True Living God. Perhaps the most notable of these traits is that they all have a beginning and an end. But not The God of the Bible! In today's message, Pastor Bill discusses what it means for Christ to be the Alpha and the Omega, as recorded in the Book of Revelation. In his study, you'll gain a better understanding of the infinite nature of our God, The One who knows the beginning and the end.

Chances are you're quite familiar with the Apostle Paul's words, to live is Christ, to die is gain. But would you say that you actually live these words out on a day to day basis? Or do you often let the fear of rejection hinder your passion or zeal for God? In today's message, Pastor Bill reflects on the importance of living out your life as a believer with fervor and boldness. In his study, you'll be reminded that you no longer have a reason to fear death, because as a believer, you have eternal life in Christ.

The Book of Revelation has stirred up quite a lot of mixed feelings and emotion within the Church throughout history. Perhaps most common of these is a sense of confusion. But what if the Book of Revelation isn't as confusing as some make it out to be? As Pastor Bill introduces you to his new study in Revelation, you'll learn about the ties it has to the Old Testament. In his study, you'll learn how the Book of Revelation alludes to several passages from the Old Testament, all of which point us to Christ.

Have you been deeply disappointed by the actions of others? Sometimes it’s easier to play the blame game rather than taking responsibility for yourself and admitting the problem. Do you think God wants you to point the finger at the mistakes of others, while ignoring your own? In the message today, Pastor Bill will remind you to own up to your mistakes and bring your shortcomings to the Lord. What a gift to know that in your weakness, He is strong.