How can we discern whether our faith is placed in the right object? In today’s message, Pastor Ron contrasts individuals who are humanists and place their faith in themselves with those who trust in God. He states that the strength of one’s faith is determined by the reliability of its object. The object of trust must possess substance that provides a foundation for genuine confidence. Trust in God is not merely wishful thinking but represents absolute certainty in the promises God has made.

When you notice someone facing a tough situation, how often do you step in and lend your support? For those who believe in Jesus, facing persecution is just part of the journey, as the Word of God reminds you. So, when you see your Christian friend facing bullying because of his beliefs, how often do you step in to support him? Today, Pastor Ron invites you, as a believer, to confidently stand strong against persecution. Don't worry, God will give you the strength you need in times of difficulty!

I've noticed some folks at church, really diving into worship and pouring their hearts out in prayer. But over time, they start to drift away from God, eventually stepping away from the church and letting go of their faith, choosing instead to embrace a more worldly lifestyle. I’ve always found it a bit puzzling how that could even happen. Today, Pastor Ron is diving into the topic of what it means to be an apostate. These are individuals who turn away from Jesus and refuse to open their hearts to the love of God. 

Because of sin, we found ourselves distanced from God, but He made the move to draw closer to us. Isn't it incredible how God crafted this amazing plan? Through Jesus, that barrier that kept you from stepping into God's presence has been broken! God really took on all the hard work. So, what’s your story? How often do you make an effort to connect with God and have some quality time in His presence? Today, Pastor Ron is here to inspire you to invest greater effort into your relationship with Jesus!

Back in the days of the Old Testament, folks would bring forth sacrifices as a way to seek forgiveness for their missteps. Over time, it turned into a bit of a ritual for the folks, as they found themselves constantly stumbling into sin and then making their way to offer sacrifices. This left them feeling as if their sin was never truly washed away. But you know what? God had an amazing plan lined up. Today, Pastor Ron shares how Jesus has paved the way for your sins to be completely wiped away from your life.

Do you ever wonder why God doesn’t just brush aside sin and offer forgiveness without a second thought? It’s an interesting question, isn’t it? If God were to stop judging sin, we would lose both accountability and justice. The main point here is that if God allowed sin to exist in the world, it would challenge the very essence of who He is as God. That would diminish His holiness and credibility. In today’s message, Pastor Ron dives into the importance of Salvation and the journey of repentance!

For Jesus to carry the weight of the world's sins, He had to be perfect in every possible way. If He had even the tiniest flaw, He simply wouldn't have been fit to conquer sin and death. Today, Pastor Ron shares why Jesus stands out as the only one truly worthy of saving you from your sins. Though He came into the world as a human, He walked through life without a trace of sin. That positioned Him as the perfect candidate to conquer sin and death. Thanks to Jesus, you now have the gift of eternal life!

Back in the days of the Old Testament, people couldn’t just reach out and be in God’s presence like we might imagine today. A massive veil hung in the temple, creating a distinct separation. It was a special privilege, reserved for only the most sacred of priests, and even then, just once a year! Well, did you know that Jesus shattered the barriers that separated you from God? In today’s message, Pastor Ron shares how Jesus opened the door for you to be in the presence of your heavenly Father!

So, there we were, cruising along the road with my family, when out of nowhere, we found ourselves stuck in a massive traffic jam! As I was waiting, I thought it would be fun to explore Google Maps for a different route. I was totally taken aback—there were absolutely none! In the end, I just had to hang tight until the way was free and clear. People often believe there are multiple paths to Salvation. But is that really the case? Today, Pastor Ron is excited to share that Jesus is the one and only way to heaven! 

Some believers would rather just ignore the Old Testament. It’s just rules and regulations, and we don’t need any of it now that we have Jesus, right? As Pastor Ron will clarify in today’s message, while the details of the Old Covenant God held with man pale in comparison to the New Covenant in Christ, it still has a valuable place. It’s a necessary reflection of our brokenness and religion's inability to save us, and it makes the light and hope of Christ shine even brighter.