We've all heard the Golden Rule — treat others the way you want to be treated. It's a great start, but Pastor Bill reminds you today that there's an even higher call. As a Christian, you're called to treat others the way God treats you! The mercy and grace you show others reveal how deeply you truly understand God's mercy for you. If you really get how undeserved His kindness toward you is, you can't help but give it away freely. So, how are you treating others? 

Picture it — Jesus standing on a hill, warm sun on His face, a cool wind at His back, birds gliding overhead, looking out over a sea of people. He was about to deliver one of the most powerful messages the world had ever heard. Today, Pastor Bill shares that although Jesus couldn't see every individual face, the crowds moved Him deeply — and that feeling became action. When you see the people around you, are you moved to compassionate action as the Spirit prods your heart?

Have you ever felt like God let you down? Maybe you prayed. You believed. You tried to do all the right things, but life still didn’t turn out the way you hoped. The diagnosis came anyway. The job never happened. The struggle didn’t go away. And in those moments, it’s easy for something to creep into our hearts, disappointment with God. Today, Pastor Bill shares that sometimes the real issue isn’t that God failed us. It’s what we expected Him to do, things He never actually promised. 

Imagine someone telling you they completely trust a doctor, but they refuse to take the prescribed medication. At some point, you’d wonder, do they really trust the doctor? Similarly, the Bible shows that real faith in Jesus always leads somewhere. It doesn’t stay theoretical. It moves us to turn away from the things that once ruled our lives. Today, Pastor Bill reminds us that believing the gospel isn’t just about agreeing with it. True belief changes the direction of our lives and draws us toward God.

Have you ever noticed how easy it is to say “thank you” without really meaning it? Sometimes the words come out of your mouth, but your heart isn’t really in it. But something changes when you truly understand what someone has done for you. When you recognize the sacrifice they made, gratitude becomes authentic. Today, Pastor Bill shares that the same thing happens in our faith. The more we begin to understand who Jesus really is and what He’s done for us, the more our hearts respond. 

Those of us who have been in the military know that when the drill sergeant says, "Jump", we say, “How high?” When he says ‘drop,’ we just start doing push-ups without question. We never even give it a second thought. In today’s message, Pastor Bill teaches that when believers have this kind of mindset towards Jesus’ calling, amazing things can happen. In the past, when God called you to do something, did you sit around and ponder it, or did you get up and immediately follow His orders?

Road signs are more than just paint on metal. They provide valuable information that helps you get to your destination. Imagine trying to drive from LA to Chicago without ever knowing what road you’re on. Sounds impossible, right? Left to your own choices, you might end up in Rio de Janeiro! In today’s message, Pastor Bill teaches that when you try to live your life according to your own will, you’ll inevitably end up lost, but when you live with the Holy Spirit as your guide, you’ll have the direction you need.

Have you ever attempted to fast from sugar? The delicacy is found in nearly everything and is highly addictive. However, if you manage to cut it out for a bit, it’s amazing how much less your body craves it. In today’s message, Pastor Bill teaches that sin is like sugar… It’s everywhere and addictive. But, if you manage to resist, eventually you’ll begin to starve the desire. Way easier said than done, right? Well, since that’s the case, rely on God to help you resist, because you cannot do it on your own.

Any soldier can tell you that part of their training is becoming incredibly familiar with their weapon. They learn to disassemble their gun, how to clean it, how to become comfortable wielding it, and how to aim it effectively. Today, Pastor Bill teaches that as a warrior for God’s kingdom, you’re to do the same. You’re to know your weapon, the Bible, which Paul calls a sword. Learn how it feels in your hand. Practice using it to cause damage only where you strike, and block blows heading your way. 

In The Lord of the Rings, at the Battle of Helm’s Deep, the elves and men held off the enemy orcs for a substantial amount of time. The fortress was made to be impenetrable. However, the defenses overlooked one weakness, and the orcs hit that weakness hard. In today’s message, Pastor Bill teaches that when Satan knows your weaknesses, he will laser focus on them until your walls come crumbling down. It’s important that you identify those struggling areas and keep them fortified.