This messages encourages us that the Word of God was written for us today. We can, and should, open the Bible and expect God to speak to our unique life situations. Living by faith means living with the belief that God has the power to, and will, do what He has promised.

Do you long, in the face of overwhelming obstacles, to have the faith to hold on? In Romans 4, the example of Abraham is used to teach us how to have strong faith. Just like Abraham we can be strengthened in our faith, stop wavering in unbelief and trust that God has the power to do what He has promised to do.

In this message Pastor Jim Samra explains four powerful words Paul uses to show us what Jesus has accomplished in his death on the cross.

Calvary Church, Grand Rapids, MI

Senior Pastor Dr. Jim Samra

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In this sermon we see how God responds to our sin with faithfulness. God's faithfulness is seen in how He deals with our sin; in His graciousness and kindness; and in that He fulfills His promises despite our sin. This message challenges us to accept Jesus as our savior, knowing our sin cannot nullify God's promises for those who believ

When we worry about pleasing people over pleasing God, we find that our actions don't match our words. Hypocrisy is an easy trap to fall in when we choose to seek praise from those who only see what's on the outside. Yet God sees the heart, and only in Him can we find a relationship that transforms both our heart and our behavior.

In exploring Romans 2, Pastor Tom reminds us that the day of judgement is coming. As we look forward to this day, may we be convicted to produce works that matter and encouraged that our good deeds have eternal value.

LIVING BY FAITH: Desire and Evidence of Faith

In this sermon, we see that God's kindness is designed to lead us to repentance. While we were still sinners, God offered us the ultimate example of His kindness in Jesus. In response, Pastor Jim encourages us to honor God by offering patience, kindness and forbearance to others when it is within our power to do so.

In this sermon Pastor Jim Samra explains how pride is the root issue of godlessness in our world and why gratitude is the appropriate soluti