A Transforming Word

In whatever season you find yourself, put God first! As you listen to today’s message from Pastor Bill, he encourages you to put all of your focus on God. Whether you're married and have a family. Or if you’re single and desiring to become married. Keep your eyes upon Jesus who is the Author and Finisher of your faith. Pastor Bill explains that God has so much He desires for you to learn, grow, and experience in this season. Don’t waste it wishing to be in a different season. Focus on what God has for you now!

What qualities do you look for in a potential spouse? In today’s message from Pastor Bill, he encourages you to focus on the internal qualities. Is the person kind, generous, or patient? Do they have a heart for the Lord and seek to follow Him? These are the qualities that matter in the heart of a person. Pastor Bill cautions you not to focus so much on external appearances but on the internal character of someone. A person can be outwardly attractive but sometimes have the most unattractive heart.

Be careful about where and whom you receive advice from. Pastor Bill reveals in today’s message that there can be so many places and people where bad advice is found. But God’s Word says that it’s a lamp to one’s feet and a light to their path. Pastor Bill urges you to find your hope, advice, and direction in the Bible. God’s Word is true and sharper than any sword. God is the way, the truth, and the life. Follow after His will and His wise counsel. When you seek God, you will find Him. His paths lead to peace.

Don’t give up hope for the salvation of your spouse! Today, Pastor Bill shares with you the importance of continuing to pray daily for your spouse and their reception of Jesus Christ. God is always in the business of salvation. He wants others to receive and come to Jesus. Maybe you’ve been a Believer for a long time and you’re wondering if your spouse will ever come around. Pastor Bill encourages you to keep standing strong in your faith. Your witness matters to your family, spouse, and the Kingdom of God.

Don’t only focus on outward appearances! In today’s message from Pastor Bill, he encourages you not to look to what the world says matters. The world says that your social media, followers, photos, and outward appearances are what matter most. However, Pastor Bil explains that you should be focusing on what God says matters most. Focus on pursuing God through His Word and prayer. Examine your heart before God and allow Him to prune anything in your life that’s not bearing fruit.

Those who desire to seek the Lord must deny themselves, pick up their cross, and follow Him. As you listen to today’s message from Pastor Bill, he teaches about mutual submission within the context of marriage. Marriage parallels our walk with the Lord. We must submit our wants and desires to God in our faith journey. We lay down our will and pursue after the Lord’s. Pastor Bill explains that in marriage both parties are working on behalf of the other. Both are submitting to one another while also to the Lord.

How does a believer deal with their past sin? In today’s message, Pastor Bill emphatically states that God has washed that sin away. It is in the past, and God does not bring it up again. God sees us washed as white as snow because of Christ's payment on the cross. He does remind us, however, that we are to be in the process of becoming more like Christ. We are set apart by God, for God, and to be growing more and more holy each day. God convicts us of our sin; we should see it as He sees it.

It is crucial for those who know Christ to condemn sin and yet love the sinner. There is no place in God’s kingdom for hate. When encountering people, we must have the heart of Jesus and love those who need to be forgiven. In today’s message, Pastor Bill challenges us to teach the truth but to share it in love. We need to call for repentance but then accept those as fellow believers who have repented of their sinful ways. The church needs to be known for its adherence to God’s word and love.

The Bible warns us not to be deceived about important spiritual truths. God knew there were vulnerable areas in our lives where we could be easily led astray. In today’s message, Pastor Bill encourages us to be careful that our beliefs align with God’s word. When it comes to eternity, we must be certain there is repentance and a willingness to be a follower of Christ. Just because someone thinks they are “OK” is not a guarantee of heaven. A good pastor teaches his people what God’s word says.

The famous advertising slogan "Be all that you can be" encourages people to strive to develop skills and work habits that help them reach their highest potential. In today's message, Pastor Bill emphasizes that our potential in God is greater than anything we can achieve on our own. God wants us to become all that He has designed us to be. He understands that we are not perfect, and God will point out those areas of our lives that need changing in order for us to become all that we can be in Him.