Perhaps the most common word in our language is the tiny word, "Ouch!" Every day, it's repeatedly expressed in variant forms around the world. It's a word that conveys pain and suffering. Peter’s audience knew all about suffering, but they didn't always know how it could actually be used for anything good. Christ's own sufferings provide the best example of both the power and usefulness of suffering.

Pastor Skip introduces the one person the apostle Paul said was truly like-minded with him—and reveals what made Timothy's faith and character so exceptional.

Pastor Skip explains what it means to have the mind of Christ—and why serving others may require giving up some of your own rights and preferences.

Pastor Skip challenges believers to become "glow-in-the-dark people"—bringing God's light and hope into a world that desperately needs both.

Pastor Skip shares why every person who has ever lived will one day confess that Jesus Christ is Lord—and why making that decision now changes your eternity.

Pastor Skip explains why humility "greases the gears of relationship"—and how adding a little humility might change even your most difficult relationships.

Faith is not neutral. It’s a powerful and dynamic force that changes behavior (if it is genuine faith). Unbelief is also a powerful force, and when believers try to live out their faith in an unbelieving environment, there are some predictable and unavoidable results. Let’s consider four truths from Peter’s pen that will be helpful when God’s holy people meet up with a hostile world.

Pastor Skip challenges you to make the most of every opportunity God gives you to impact others for eternity.

Pastor Skip reminds you that while people may fail, God’s message never loses its power.

Pastor Skip shares how God directs not only your steps—but even the unexpected stops along the way.