HFBC Temp

Life isn’t always fair because we live in a broken and sinful world. There will be both good and bad in this life, but with Jesus, and by following His ways, we will make it through.

We are creatures of time, and all of us are restless trying to figure out why we are here. It’s only in God that we find rest, and it’s only in God that we find our purpose. Let’s trust God with our days, and let's live this life with eternity in mind.

Pointless living is the result of elevating the temporary at the expense of the eternal. If we instead prioritize the eternal and are connected to God, a life of contentment, meaning, and joy will be found.

On his last Sunday on staff at Houston's First, Dr. Self encourages us that, even though the world may have walked away from these four foundations, we should examine our own lives to be sure that we are standing for truth, for salvation, for unity, and for God's mission.

This Christmas isn’t about presents, it’s about the Presence of God. Since the beginning of time, Jesus Christ, of the line of King David, had in mind to come and save our souls. And in Christ, we are grafted into His very lineage. This Christmas, let’s remember Jesus Christ who came, so that in Him you might have life. His Presence is the real present, and in Him, our past, present, and future are under control.

The bucket list that satisfies the heart is fulfilling the purposes of God. As we fall in love with Him more, seek to know Him, and remain faithful to Him, His purposes will find us. From that space, we can die “done” with a bucket list checked and a life fulfilled.

What really fires you up? Jesus Christ has come to save our souls and live inside of us. Let’s get loud! Let’s celebrate the Lord with sincerity and from our hearts! Our rejoicing here is just a precursor to Heaven.

God’s faithfulness is to all generations, and we can learn lessons through the lives of those that went before us. When we face trials and tribulations in our lives, let’s choose obedience; let’s be courageous; and let’s be thankful. When we keep our eyes on the Lord, living surrendered, we can trust that He is working out all things for our good.

As we head into the holidays, we might be intersecting with people we are less than excited about seeing. Let’s go before the Lord and ask Him to search our hearts. Life is too short to live with strained relationships. Choose forgiveness. It sets you free, and it honors God.

Today is a new moment, a Kainos moment, to honor the Lord with our generosity. Humbly bowed low, let’s give Him our best and live from His Presence. It’s in His Presence that true joy is found. As we honor the Lord in this new Kainos moment, we get to celebrate together!