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Text: Ephesians 6:10-18

There is a spiritual battle that rages all around us. In our daily life we are called to stand firm in the face of this battle. God more than equips us in a very specific way to be able to do this victoriously. However, it requires daily effort on our part and a practice of constant prayer. We must understand that an underlying call of the Christian life is to undertake the battles we face with the knowledge we are already under a victory and strategically and spiritually must undergo putting on the armor of God so that we never underestimate the power of the enemy nor find ourselves unprepared to meet the struggles of life. In this we find ourselves firmly under the authority and protection of Christ where the enemy cannot undo us. The biggest take away of the Armor of God passage is to comprehend our spiritual battle and how we will be ready for it.

Text: Ephesians 5:6-21

In our lives we understand the importance of being filled physically with the things that lead to health and nourishment. Every day we seek to fill our bodies with the provisions it needs. However, spiritually, all Christians must understand that there is another constant “filling” needed in our life – the need to be filled with the Holy Spirit. Without His control in our lives we will remain unhealthy, unnourished, and unprepared for the works He has called us to do.

Text: Romans 13:11-14

Everywhere in the world today, we are experiencing circumstances and challenges in an unprecedented way. To many it seems that the world has gone crazy. Yet, God in His Word has a specific call to believers, “It’s High Time!” This statement is a call to recognize the urgency of the moment and a call to strategic action. We begin today by discovering that “It’s High Time to Wake Up.” We hope that you will listen today and be called to action by and for the Lord.

Text: 2 Corinthians 5:17

This week we welcome Tim DeTellis of New Missions, our ministry partner in Haiti. During Tim’s message on “The Fastest Way to Change the World” he brings up the idea of having your life shine as Jesus said. The way you love and show generosity causes others to be curious. Life is better and stronger together. Discipleship happens when we do life side-by-side and spend time with others. Involving others is key to opening doors of opportunity to introduce others to Jesus, wherever we go.

Text: 1 Peter 4:12-19

The topic of suffering is not one that we enjoy or desire. However, as a Christian we need not fear it, resist it, or dismiss it. Because God is infinitely wise and sovereignly working in our lives, He can actually use suffering to mold and shape us, so that we reflect His glory to others in our lives. Today’s message points us to how we can embrace suffering for the glory of God and the good of others, and it equips us to do so with joy.

Text: 1 Peter 4:1-11

We are all called to live for the glory of God. This is true individually of every believer, but it is also true corporately in the Church. So, how can we determine whether or not God is being glorified in the Church today? What is He looking for? What does He require? How do our individual actions impact the glory of God in the Church? All of these questions and more are answered in this message. We invite you to listen today so that you can glorify God in your life and contribute to the glorifying of God in the Church.

Text: 1 Corinthians 6:9-20

How are you glorifying God in your body? There are many things that we do with our bodies without much thought or consideration. However, when it comes to glorifying God in our bodies it demands intentional effort, discipline, and a God-driven focus. If we are going to glorify God in our bodies there are several truths we must claim, desires in our flesh that we must resist, and faithful actions that we must pursue. We hope that you will listen closely today to discover how you can glorify God in your body.

Text: 1 Corinthians 10:23-11:1

How do you make decisions in your life? Some decide based upon personal preferences, others upon popularity, and others decide based upon the various pressures they feel. Basing decisions on any of these things can lead to all sorts of problems and divisions. In this message, God shows us that He wants to be involved in the everyday decisions and actions of our life. In fact, He wants to be glorified in all that we do. If you want to learn how to “do all to the glory of God” in your life, we invite you to listen today.

Text: Exodus 33:1-23

The Almighty God, who created the heavens and all it contains, is called the God of glory. It is only through Him that we live and move and even exist. As a result, we live to fulfill His purposes and to express His glory through our lives. This message explains why we should give Him all glory and how we can do so in practical but powerful ways. We hope that you will listen today to be encouraged and challenged.

Text: Exodus 33:1-23

If you could ask God for one thing, what would it be? Many treat God as if He is a cosmic genie in a bottle that is there to hear our wishes. As a result, our answer to such a question is often selfish and short-sighted. This message reminds us that God is THE Living God of Heaven Who delights in answering the requests of those who are focused on Him. The significance of the question is that our requests of God reveal much about our relationship with and view of Him. So, how would you answer the question? How should you answer the question? To understand more, we invite you to listen today because your answer, and the process of determining it, could change your life.