00:00 Series Kickoff Redeemed Living

00:58 What to Expect Analogy

02:25 Reading 1 Peter 4

04:01 Arm Yourselves Explained

04:59 Soldiers of Christ

08:14 Embrace Wartime Mentality

12:13 Distractions and Social Media

14:09 Memento Mori Resolve

19:41 Ceased From Sin Puzzle

21:49 Interpreting the Options

23:04 Suffering Proves Union

24:48 Comfort in Sacrifice

26:02 Exiles Not At Home

27:17 Friction With World

29:48 Everyday Costly Choices

34:23 Live for God's Will

35:57 Align Desires Daily

38:20 Good vs Better Parenting

42:40 New Creation and Cross

43:49 Communion Self-Examination

45:13 Remembering His Death

46:54 Prayer and Sending Out

00:00 The Wicked Bible: One Missing Word, Massive Consequences

01:18 From Pearl Harbor to the Devil’s Greatest Miscalculation

03:24 1 Peter 3:17–18 Setup: Suffering, Gospel Hope, and Christ’s Death

04:40 “Once for Sins”: The One-Time Sacrifice and the Great Exchange

07:18 Why the Cross Had to Happen: Brought to God Through Substitution

09:55 Take Heart: Your Sin Is Fully Forgiven in Christ

11:05 Dead in Sin Without Christ: The Chasm We Can’t Cross

14:48 Electrolysis Illustration: How Christ Takes Our Corruption

16:55 Made Alive in the Spirit: The Resurrection and a Tricky Text

17:58 “Spirits in Prison”: Competing Views and the Days of Noah

20:11 Genesis 6 and Demonic Rebellion: Christ’s Victory Proclaimed

22:05 Noah, the Imprisoned Spirits, and Christ’s Victory Proclamation

23:12 Encouragement for Persecuted Believers: The Real Battle Is Spiritual

24:05 Take Heart: The Enemy Is Defeated (War Won, Battles Ongoing)

26:05 Why Satan Still Fights + Recovering a Robust View of Spiritual Warfare

27:57 Practical Weapons for the Fight: Word, Worship, Mind, and Hope

30:30 Baptism and the Ark: Saved by Being Placed Into Christ

33:07 Jesus Ascended: Right Hand of God and Interceding for You

35:04 Take Heart: Your Savior Holds You Forever (Security in Suffering)

37:35 The Enemy Thought He Won… Until the Cross, Resurrection, and Ascension

40:16 Final Encouragement and Closing Prayer

00:00 Memory Verse Together: 1 Peter 3:15

00:55 Why the Bible Keeps Talking About Suffering

02:16 Elizabeth Elliot: “Not at the Mercy of Chance”

04:04 Read the Passage: 1 Peter 3:13–14

04:25 “Who Is There to Harm You?” What Peter Means

07:40 Ultimate Security: Inheritance Kept in Heaven

10:11 Blessed When Persecuted: Don’t Fear Them

12:36 Point 1 — Welcome Suffering While Secure in Christ

12:56 Expect Persecution: Cross-Bearing Discipleship

15:45 Zealous for Good: Confidence vs. Compromise

17:55 Rollercoaster Lap Bar: “Click In” Your Walk with God

20:10 God’s Purposes in Suffering: Refining, Discipline, Rewards

21:13 Suffering That Makes People Ask: The Testimony We’re After

21:54 Sanctify Christ in Your Heart: Internal Readiness for External Trials

22:38 Isaiah 8 and Holy Fear: Don’t Fear What the Nations Fear

24:06 Always Be Prepared: No Understudies When You Suffer

26:28 Apologetics in Context: Defending Your Hope, Not Pet Topics

28:32 Let Your Suffering Spotlight Your Hope (Matthew 5 Light in Darkness)

31:32 Practical Ways to Show Hope + Daniel’s Steady Faith Under Pressure

33:44 When Suffering Preaches: 40 Martyrs & the Power of Witness

37:17 Hope Includes Vindication: Good Conscience, Gentleness, and God’s Justice

43:28 Endure While Waiting: Vindication of Jesus, the Cross, and Final Prayer

00:00 Introduction and Worship Reflection

00:30 Series Introduction: Suffering Saints

00:38 Personal Anecdote: A Lesson from Sixth Grade

01:27 Natural Human Response to Attacks

01:49 Biblical Guidance on Retaliation

02:59 Peter's Teachings on Handling Evil

07:13 The Call to Bless and Pray for Enemies

13:49 Overcoming Natural Instincts with the Spirit

20:17 Motivation for Following Jesus' Example

24:15 David's Context and Psalm 34

25:02 Peter's Application to Elect Exiles

25:29 Loving Life and Seeing Good Days

26:51 Christian Karma and Eternal Perspective

28:38 Navigating Attacks with a Focus on Jesus

31:02 The Power of Words and Social Media

35:36 Forgiveness and Fixation on Jesus

49:26 Earthly Justice and Christian Response

52:52 Final Prayer and Reflection

00:00 Dodgers and the Church: Building a Team to Last

01:32 The Mission of the Church: Following Christ in a Christless World

02:39 Unity in the Church: A Biblical Perspective

07:16 Guarding Against Division: A Call to Action

20:28 Brotherly Love and Compassion: Essential Attributes

25:03 The Good Samaritan and Compassion in Action

26:14 Building Strong Relationships in the Church

27:45 Genuine Care and Support Within the Community

30:30 The Importance of Community Groups

34:03 Consistently Seeking Christlike Humility

44:01 The Significance of Communion

49:02 Closing Prayer and Announcements

00:00 Welcome and Introduction

00:50 Church Swag and Its Significance

01:24 Series Recap: The Church's Purpose

02:10 The Call to Be Commissioned

02:37 Understanding 'To Live is Christ'

03:21 Why We Are Still Here: The Great Commission

04:03 The Great Commission: Matthew 28:18-20

04:58 Jesus' Authority and the Disciples' Doubts

08:39 The Seriousness of the Great Commission

14:38 Making Disciples: The Core Mission

20:06 The Great Commission: A Call for All Disciples

20:45 Overcoming Personal Doubts and Fears

21:50 Taking the Commission Personally

23:03 Understanding Your Sphere of Influence

24:21 Faith in Action: Bridging the Intellectual and Functional

30:31 The Importance of Baptism and Teaching

33:03 Discipleship: A Lifelong Journey

35:14 Corporate and Individual Discipleship

38:00 Encouragement and Final Thoughts

00:00 Reflecting on COVID-19 and Community

02:09 The Importance of Church Fellowship

03:30 Challenges to Church Community

05:57 The Call to Gather and Encourage

06:55 Understanding Hebrews 10:24-25

10:00 Reasons for Attending Church

14:05 The Necessity of Presence in Church

21:44 Encouraging One Another in Faith

25:23 Living in Light of Eternity

26:39 Encouraging Each Other Through Trials

27:44 Staying Busy While Waiting for Christ

33:59 Building Deeper Relationships

39:04 Stirring One Another to Love and Good Works

48:46 The Importance of Community

50:47 Concluding Prayer and Reflections

00:00 Introduction: Why Are You Here?

00:53 The Purpose of the Church

02:43 Exploring Ephesians 4:11-16

03:19 Understanding Church Offices

03:29 The Role of Apostles and Prophets 08:26 The Role of Evangelists and Pastors 10:37 The Importance of Ecclesial Authority

14:10 The Canon of Scripture

20:22 The Purpose of Preaching

23:18 Equipping the Saints for Ministry 24:35 Setting Up Church: The Team Behind the Scenes

25:42 The Importance of Community Groups

26:27 The Role of Ecclesial Authority

26:46 Equipping the Saints: Building Up and Shoring Up

28:03 Active Participation in Church

31:34 The Dangers of Spiritual Immaturity 36:30 The Safe Haven of the Church

38:12 The Goal: Exalting Christ

47:49 Communion: Remembering Christ's Sacrifice

52:27 Final Prayer and Dismissal

00:00 Opening and Introduction to Psalm 90

00:15 The Stereogram

01:46 Life's Perspective and God's Eternal View

03:18 Understanding Time Through Psalm 90

06:07 Moses' Reflection on Life and God's Judgment

08:24 The Brevity of Life and Human Limits

11:47 Embracing Our Limits and God's Limitlessness

19:58 The Transience of Life and God's Wrath

26:27 Living with Eternal Perspective

28:26 Understanding the Urgency of Life

29:04 Living with Purpose and Clarity

29:27 The Uncertainty of Time

30:11 Reflecting on Life's Priorities

34:49 Making the Best Use of Time

44:30 Living Dependently on God

47:53 Concluding Thoughts and Prayers

Scripture Memory And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near. -Hebrews 10:24-25

Application Questions

1. Read Isaiah 40:6-8. What are some God-given limitations that you are tempted to dislike? How can these limitations be used as promptings for you to glorify God with them?

2. Read Psalm 90:12 and 39:4. How often do you consider the inevitability of your death? How can this unusual spiritual discipline stoke your growth in godliness?

3. Read James 4:14-16. What problems can occur in a Christian's life if they lose touch with their profound dependency upon Christ? Do you notice any signs in your life that signal a loss of awareness of your dependency?

4. Read Galatians 2:20. How does faith in Christ enable you to invest your time wisely without knowing for certain that it's the best decision you can make?

5. Read Psalm 127:1-2, John 9:4, and Ephesians 5:15-17. How does a biblical view of time inform your thinking about the rhythm of rest and work? What kind of contextual details should be considered when applying the command to make "the best use of the time?"

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