In this final sermon in the Hosea series, we focus on the prophecies of a new day when God and His people would experience a beautiful, faithful relationship that would never end.

God gave Hosea a specific message to preach to Israel, and to prepare him for this task he told him to marry a prostitute. Crazy huh? Only when Hosea knew the unfaithfulness of his wife Gomer could he relate to how God had been treated by Israel... and by us!

To get the most out of Hosea, you need to understand something of the background history of Israel, and also what was happening at the time of Hosea's ministry. This first of three sermons from Hosea looks at context, and we find there is much that is applicable to our lives today.

What are you like at hospitality? Sure, you might make an effort for family and friends, but what about people who are strangers? The Apostle John makes the point that for fellow Christians involved in the Lord's work, we should be particularly hospitable.

The Apostle Peter's letter to the churches in Asia Minor came at a time when they were experiencing much persecution and hardship. In spite of their circumstances, Peter encourages them to live for Christ - letting the power of the Gospel transform them in the midst of their trials and struggles.

Jesus calls His followers to be the salt of the earth and to stand out like a city on a hillside. Visiting preacher, Pastor Matt Chandler from Village Church in Dallas Texas shares what this should look like in a church community.

You often hear the question, "Why doesn't God do something about all the suffering in the world?" It's often born out of a frustration at human attempts to find an answer to suffering, and so we turn to God. We need to learn what Job confessed: God is His Redeemer. God has provided an answer to suffering: His Name is Jesus!

Job ultimately repented of his attempt to put God on trial for his suffering. And God forgave him, vindicated him to his friends and restored his health, wealth and family. So, are there blessings and rewards to come from suffering?

All suffering has a purpose, and all suffering raises questions. Even Jesus cried out "Why?" as He suffered on the cross. It's not wrong to ask why when we suffer, but we must cry out in trust not disbelief.