00:00 Introduction: The Importance of Bible Reading

00:28 The Greatest Investment for 2026

01:30 Benefits of Daily Bible Reading

02:23 Proverbs 2: The Effort of Investment

03:50 Receiving and Treasuring God's Word

05:53 Intentionality in Bible Reading

07:59 Fail-Proof Spiritual Investing

15:08 Commitment and Practical Tips

19:50 Understanding the Fear of the Lord

22:43 The Fear of God and Its Benefits

24:41 The Importance of Daily Bible Reading

25:34 Investing in God's Word

28:49 Staying Consistent in Bible Reading

32:36 Experiencing Victory Through Scripture

36:25 The Battle Against Sin

41:29 Commitment to Daily Bible Reading in 2026

00:00 Introduction: The Role of Mary in Christianity

00:06 Catholic Church's Perspective on Mary

00:23 Misconceptions and Artistic Representations

00:54 Mary's True Role According to Scripture

02:23 Protestant Church's View on Mary

02:42 Mary as an Example for Believers

03:03 The Annunciation: Gabriel's Message to Mary

04:45 Understanding the Virgin Birth

05:29 Joseph's Role and Lineage

08:04 Mary's Faith and Readiness

11:33 The Holy Spirit's Role in Believers' Lives

19:15 Mary's Troubling Encounter with Gabriel

20:07 The Prophecy of Jesus' Birth and Reign

23:25 The Fifth Kingdom and Messianic Prophecies

24:41 Mary's Knowledge of Scripture

25:22 The Magnificat: Mary's Response

28:05 The Importance of Knowing Scripture

35:39 The Immaculate Conception Explained

41:35 Marvel at the Wonder of Christmas

47:49 Be Like Mary: Final Reflections

00:00 Introduction and Christmas Choir Reflection

00:25 Teaching the Message of Jesus to Children

01:06 Scripture Memory and Bible Reading

01:56 The Christmas Story Through Apostle Paul's Lens

04:02 The Humility and Humanity of Jesus

08:42 Understanding the Hypostatic Union

14:25 The Sacrificial Love of Jesus

21:50 The Humiliation and Death of Jesus

25:09 The Unfathomable Death on the Cross

26:56 The Necessity of Jesus' Sacrifice

29:40 Reflecting on God's Love

30:46 Recalibrating Our Hearts This Christmas

35:09 Creative Ways to Love Your Family

39:17 Exalting Christ Through Our Actions

45:46 The Promise of Exaltation

47:37 Final Reflections and Prayer

00:00 Merry Christmas and Nativity Scenes

00:52 The Origin of Nativity Scenes

02:04 The Spread of Nativity Scenes

03:05 The Significance of the Nativity Scene

03:49 Christmas Reminders and the Baby Jesus

04:42 Prophecies of Isaiah

08:04 The Messiah's Titles and Their Meanings

18:15 The Paradox of Jesus' Birth

21:28 The Wise Men and Their Journey

24:34 Focusing on Worship This Christmas

26:30 The True Significance of Christmas

27:20 Daily Reminders to Worship Christ

30:18 Trusting Christ with Your Christmas

32:19 Christ's Lordship Over Our Lives

38:19 The Ministry of Reconciliation

47:18 Communion: Remembering Christ's Sacrifice

00:00 Introduction to Sale Season

00:34 The Tension Between Gratitude and Consumerism

00:59 The Call for Christians to Be Thankful

01:37 Isaiah 12: A Guide to Daily Thankfulness

02:03 Understanding the Messiah in Isaiah 11

03:09 The Millennial Kingdom and Gratitude

05:09 Personalizing Gratitude for the Cross

05:34 The Importance of Intentional Thankfulness

09:08 Reflecting on God's Anger and Mercy

15:22 The Comfort of God's Turned Away Anger

19:53 Public Testimony of Gratitude

25:48 Cultivating Thankfulness to Glorify God

26:29 The Power of Gratitude in Christian Life

28:10 Reflecting on God's Sacrifices and Blessings

30:01 Living a Life of Gratitude

32:45 Expressing Gratitude in Everyday Life

33:12 Paul's Example of Gratitude in Adversity

36:46 The Ultimate Goal of Thankfulness: Worship

44:53 Gratitude in Trials and Suffering

49:05 Encouragement to Maintain a Grateful Heart

00:00 Introduction to Marriage Roles

00:20 The Role of Wives in Marriage

02:09 Examples of Strong Women

04:10 Biblical Instructions for Wives

05:45 Submission in Marriage

11:40 The Value of Submission

20:02 Transformative Power of Submission

22:31 True Beauty in Submission

24:11 Biblical Perspective on Physical Beauty

25:32 The True Source of Beauty

26:14 Seek Inner Beauty

27:52 The Imperishable Beauty of a Gentle and Quiet Spirit

32:03 Developing Inner Beauty: A Spiritual Regimen

35:46 Strong Wives: Submissive, Beautiful, and Confident

41:50 Trusting in God's Sovereignty

49:24 Concluding Prayer and Reflections

Application Questions

Community Groups meet throughout the week and play a crucial role in our response to the preaching of the word. These groups gather to discuss the following questions as we seek to apply the sermon in community with one another. Please visit compassntx.org to join a small group near you.

1. Read 1 Peter 3:1-2, 4. How can a wife's submission to her husband with the gentle and quiet spirit (3:4) result in her husband being won to Christ?

2. Read 1 Peter 3:3 and 1 Timothy 2:9-10. How can a wife know if she has crossed a line in this area and may be too concerned with her outward appearance? How much say should a husband have/exercise in his wife's physical appearance?

3. Read 1 Peter 3:5-6. How would you counsel the wife who is afraid and anxious about decisions her husband is making for the family? She wants to be submissive, but she sees the inevitable consequences that they will suffer for these decisions.

4. Read 1 Peter 3:6. How should a wife who is also a mother balance her submission to her husband alongside her convictions of what is best for her children when those two responsibilities seem to conflict with each other?

00:00 Introduction and Context

00:36 The Role of Husbands in Marriage

04:41 Understanding and Knowing Your Wife

06:30 Living Together in Unity

13:06 Sacrificial and Sanctifying Love

18:51 Honoring Your Wife

22:10 Understanding the Weaker Vessel

23:40 Caring for God's Daughter

25:27 Teaching Gentle Care

27:50 Chivalry and Spiritual Care

30:23 Addressing Abuse in Marriage

34:33 The Importance of Loving Your Wife

44:14 Generational Impact of Godly Leadership

47:51 Final Reflections and Prayer

00:00 Introduction and Context

00:49 The Parable of the Sower Explained

03:16 The Reality of Christian Suffering

04:34 Peter's Message on Suffering

08:16 Following Christ's Example in Suffering

13:43 The Privilege of Suffering for Christ

23:03 Peter's Reference to Isaiah 53

23:33 Jesus' Sinless Suffering

24:29 Jesus' Response to Suffering

26:42 Trusting God in Suffering

32:36 God's Knowledge and Justice

40:52 Purpose in Suffering

49:20 Final Prayer and Reflection

Application Questions Community Groups meet throughout the week and play a crucial role in our response to the preaching of the word. These groups gather to discuss the following questions as we seek to apply the sermon in community with one another. Please visit compassntx.org to join a small group near you.

1. Read 1 Peter 2:21 and Philippians 1:29. In what ways have you suffered as a Christian, and how has that suffering benefited your relationship with Christ?

2. Read 1 Peter 2:22-23. Is there ever an appropriate time for a Christian to retaliate? How can a Christian follow Christ's example without becoming a doormat for the world?

3. Read 1 Peter 2:22-23 and Psalm 139:1-6. How does knowing that God is fully aware of your suffering comfort you as you seek to patiently endure like Jesus?

4. Read 1 Peter 2:23 and Revelation 21:4. How would passages like these assist you in responding to someone who believes God is cruel, knowing that His children are suffering but not intervening to provide relief?

5. Read 1 Peter 2:24 and James 2:14-19. How are these two passages related? In other words, how does the relationship of faith and works, which James talks about, relate to the purpose of Jesus' death from 1 Peter 2:24?

6. Read 1 Peter 2:24-25. What are some sinful responses to suffering that you need to die to, and what are the positive responses that you need to embrace?

00:00 The Iconic Nike Ad of 1988

01:48 The True Source of Inspiration

02:34 Understanding Biblical Context

07:28 Historical Context of Slavery in the Roman Empire

11:23 Misinterpretations and True Teachings

20:35 Submission to Authority as Submission to God

23:14 Understanding Submission in Relationships

24:50 Biblical Context of Submission

28:07 Practical Application in Modern Workplaces

31:03 Enduring Unjust Suffering

31:58 The Graciousness of Enduring Suffering

32:29 Stoic Philosophy vs. Christian Submission

36:20 The Ultimate Reward for Faithful Submission

42:16 Reflecting on Christ's Sacrifice

44:34 Communion and Final Reflections

00:00 Introduction: Dividing Topics

00:12 Biblical Guidance for Politics

01:33 Submitted Living Series Introduction

01:54 Ultimate Authority of God

02:21 Understanding Submission to Authority

04:23 Government as God's Creation

05:32 Historical Context of Government

09:45 Christian's Dual Citizenship

10:22 Engaging with Government

15:24 Unity in the Church

15:52 Jeremiah's Advice for Exiles

17:26 Submission to Governing Authorities

22:27 Living as Free People

25:45 The Lord's Sake and Ultimate Authority

26:46 Submission to Government and Biblical Conscience

28:44 Biblical Examples of Conscientious Objection

30:03 Understanding and Informing Conscience

31:25 Navigating Political Engagement as Christians

33:27 Balancing Secular and Sacred Obligations

40:48 Practical Applications and Modern Challenges

46:46 Final Exhortations and Eternal Citizenship