Jesus will meet you where you are. It doesn't take a lifetime of religious practice or going to church in nice clothes to be saved. It's simply through faith in Him for the forgiveness of your sins. As you'll get to see today with Pastor Ron, legalism can be harmful in the church. While it's important to follow what God's Word says, you shouldn't judge others for what they do or don't do. You're called to live like Jesus, which is showing love to the hurting and compassion to the lost. Jesus condemned legalism.

Your actions should back up your faith. It should be clear by how you live that you follow Jesus. However, it's important to remember that being overly religious about doing or not doing certain things to the point of condemning others is wrong, as Pastor Ron will point out in today's message. The Pharisees did many things they considered righteous, but they meant nothing. There wasn't a change in their heart. Jesus wants a relationship with you, not just actions performed out of religious duty or obligation.

Salvation can only be obtained through faith in Jesus for the forgiveness of your sins. Nothing you do or say will make you worthy of eternity in Heaven. Today, Pastor Ron will explain the errors of the Pharisees' way of thinking. They thought they were righteous men, doing God's will. They focused more on performing religious duties than on a relationship with God. They didn't realize their own necessity for forgiveness, and depended on themselves to earn eternal life.

Jesus only sees the best in you. When others have a low opinion of who you are, and even when you don't even think well of yourself, Jesus sees what you can be. He sees you living a life full of joy and purpose, with your sins forgiven and an eternal home waiting for you in Heaven. Today, Pastor Ron is going to show you how Jesus looked at a tax collector, one of the most hated people during His time, and saw his potential. Jesus knows the best you can be, despite the bad that you see.

Do you have a passion to bring the hope of salvation to others? Once you're saved and your sins have been forgiven, your focus should be on two things: growing deeper in your relationship with Christ and telling others about Him and what He did on the cross. Today, Pastor Ron will show you the perfect example of that love for others when three men did the unexpected to give their paralyzed friend an opportunity to be healed by bringing him to Jesus. Would you do the same for the lost in your life?

One big example Jesus set for you to follow in your walk with God is a consistent prayer life – time with God. Jesus spent forty days fasting before His ministry. He regularly withdrew from the crowds that were around Him to spend time in prayer with The Father. Today, Pastor Ron will apply that to your life, because it hasn't changed. God wants to spend time with you, and if you want your relationship with Him to be the strongest it can be, you mustn't ignore this important practice in your faith.

When you pop an antibiotic, it sweeps through your system, clearing out all the bacteria and helping everything get back to its usual state. Sadly, this isn't something that will last forever. Similarly, you might be seeking to cleanse your soul by spreading kindness to those around you. But have you thought about the fact that these are only short-term solutions? What’s the best way to leave sin behind for good? Today, Pastor Ron shares an inspiring message about how Jesus can wash away your sins permanently! 

Every now and then, life throws you a curveball that feels downright impossible to tackle. You might seek God for guidance, only to hear a response that simply says, "Go for it." You might conclude that God’s response to your dilemma just doesn’t add up. But have you thought about the fact that you might be overlooking the most crucial part of God’s guidance? Today, Pastor Ron reminds you to embrace the beauty of obedience. When you obey His commands, God will always come through!

Jesus prayed to His heavenly Father even though He was God. This demonstrates the importance of prayer. While it was still dark, He rose from his slumber and made His way to a lonely spot to pray. How often do you, as a follower of Christ, commune with God? When you pray, how much time do you set aside to hear His voice? Today, Pastor Ron encourages you to build up your prayer life. You can gain the insight you need to make the right choices in life by having a conversation with your Creator.

When you're hanging out with a dog, the magic mix you need is a dash of confidence and authority. It's important to figure out who's in charge between you and your furry friend. That's the moment it would give in to you and follow your every command. Have you ever thought about how Jesus handled diseases, storms, and even demons in the same way? It's pretty fascinating! Today, Pastor Ron encourages you to fully embrace the power of authority that comes through your relationship with Jesus.