Charcoal Fire Bible Study

Have you ever wondered if Jesus died for everyone, or only for those who would ultimately believe in Him?

It's a question that has sparked meaningful discussions among Christians for centuries. In this teaching Pastor Bill, explains the three theological perspectives: Calvinism, Arminianism, and Molinism and teaches how each understands God's love, His sovereignty, our freedom to respond, and the purpose of Christ's sacrifice.

Key Point: While Christians may differ on whom Christ's sacrifice was intended to save, they agree on this powerful truth: Salvation is a gift of God's grace, received through faith in Jesus Christ, not something we can earn.(Ephesians 2:8–9)

The Bible teaches that God chooses His people, but Christians differ on how election works. Calvinism, Arminianism, and Molinism offer different perspectives on God's sovereignty, foreknowledge, and human free will in salvation. This overview explores each view through Scripture.

Key Takeaway:All three views affirm that salvation comes through God's grace and faith in Jesus Christ. Their differences center on how God's sovereign choice and human response work together in His plan of salvation.

In this series, we’ll explore TULIP—the five points of Calvinism—and what these teachings say about sin, salvation, and God’s grace, examining Scripture and different Christian perspectives.

Pastor Bill kicks off  our new Bible study series exploring TULIP, beginning with total depravity—the teaching that sin affects every part of our lives. Together, we’ll examine different Christian perspectives on God’s grace, free will, and sovereignty, deepening our understanding of our need for Him.

Key Takeaway: We cannot save ourselves. Salvation depends on God’s grace, calling us to humility, gratitude, and trust in Him.

What does it really mean to love your neighbor?  Join Pastor Bill as he explores what Jesus teaches us about being a good neighbor, showing mercy, and building relationships that reflect God’s love. Discover how we can put our faith into action by loving those around us—one neighbor at a time.

hat do you do when the journey doesn’t end the way you expected?

Join Pastor Bill as he teaches Acts 28, where Paul survives a shipwreck, is bitten by a poisonous snake, and finally arrives in Rome as a prisoner. Yet none of these obstacles can stop God’s purpose. Paul continues healing, teaching, and boldly proclaiming Jesus to everyone who will listen.

Key takeaway: When God gives you a purpose, no storm, setback, or chain can prevent Him from working through your life.

Join Pastor Bill as he teaches from Acts 26–27 and shows us what unwavering faith looks like in the courtroom and in the storm. Through Paul’s testimony, we’ll discover how God can use our story to reach others and how His promises give us courage when life feels uncertain. Pastor Bill reminds us that opposition may challenge us and storms may disrupt our journey, but neither can cancel God’s purpose for our lives.

Key Takeaway:

When we know what God has called us to do, opposition and storms may delay the journey, but they cannot cancel God’s purpose.

Pastor Bill teaches that Paul continued to stand firm despite ongoing opposition, injustice, and uncertainty. Paul trusted that God was in control and that his circumstances could still be used to accomplish God's purpose.

Key Takeaway: Even when we don't understand what God is doing, we can trust Him and remain faithful.

In this teaching, Pastor Bill walks us through Acts 22 and 23, where Paul boldly shares his testimony despite intense opposition. When Paul’s life is threatened, God protects him and continues moving His purpose forward.

Key takeaway: Following Christ may bring challenges, but we can stand courageously, knowing God is present, faithful, and in control.

In this teaching from Acts 21, Pastor Bill walks us through Paul’s journey toward Jerusalem and the difficult road that awaited him.

Paul knew hardship was coming, yet he continued forward because he was committed to what God had called him to do. As opposition grew and circumstances became more intense, Paul’s faithfulness never changed.

Pastor Bill reminds us that following God does not always lead us down the easiest path. Sometimes obedience requires courage, sacrifice, and a willingness to trust God even when we cannot see how everything will turn out.

Key Takeaway:

Faithfulness is not measured by how easy the journey is, but by our willingness to keep following God when obedience becomes costly.

Listen in as Pastor Bill gives us a powerful look at Paul’s heart for ministry and his commitment to God’s calling. As he prepares to leave the Ephesian elders, Paul reflects on how he served with humility, endured hardship, taught the truth, and never held back what people needed to hear.

He reminds them that following Christ requires perseverance, courage, and faithfulness. Paul knows difficult days are ahead, but his focus is not on protecting his comfort—it is on completing the work God has given him.

Key Takeaway:

Faithfulness is not about having an easy journey; it is about finishing the assignment God has given us and remaining true to His Word along the way.