God does call believers to be united together and not allow divisions and strife to split the family of God. Yet, Pastor John will teach today, there’re issues that can’t be ignored in the name of unity. Believers should stand firm on the word of God, the truth of the gospel, and the reality of Jesus’ redemptive work for all who believe. You need to defend these essential tenets of the Christian faith, but with deep humility and love for your brother or sister. Don’t be afraid to stand on God’s truth! It’s essential in the world right now.

Now, let’s join Pastor John in the book of Romans chapter 14 as he continues his message When Christians Disagree.

As wonderful as it would be, God’s people don’t always exist together in unity. So often, there’s division and dislike that mirrors the world around. A favorite activity is trying to change people and make them like yourself. Well, today, Pastor John will challenge you to allow the Holy Spirit to work in you to grow the desire to be united with other believers in the essential tenets of the Christian faith.  And don’t be so focused on issues that aren’t essential to salvation. Instead, show grace and humility, and love.

Now, let’s join Pastor John in the book of Romans chapter 14 as he begins his message When Christians Disagree.

The Christian life isn’t about growing comfortable with the culture. It’s quite different, in fact. Today, Pastor John will explain how, as a believer, you’re to put off evil - to stop living a life of sin. But it’s also more than just determining not to sin. God calls you to also put on Christ - to follow Jesus so closely you become just like Him. Allow Him to fill you and guide you, transform you, and make you new. Consciously choose Jesus every day to stand out from the culture and shine His light.

Now, let’s join Pastor John in the book of Romans chapter 13 as he continues his message Understanding the Times.

As a nation, we’re slowly being lulled into a complete state of apathy and complacency. Culture is becoming more and more blind to sin, and less and less accepting of God. And as believers, we need to wake up and get to work! Today, Pastor John will challenge you to grow in vigilance and determination to do the work of God now while there’s still opportunity. The day of salvation is nearer than you expect. The time until the Lord’s return is getting shorter and shorter. He could come back at any moment.

Now, let’s join Pastor John in the book of Romans chapter 13 as he begins his message Understanding the Times.

Loving others fulfills God’s law. For when God commands you not to commit adultery or murder, He knows that you do not love that person if you commit these sins. Today, Pastor John will challenge you to fulfill God’s law by loving others as you love yourself. God’s love is so deep and profound. And committing unloving acts is against God’s design and what He desires His people to be. So, when you wonder how to love others, begin by walking in obedience to God’s law.

Now, let’s join Pastor John in the book of Romans chapter 13 as he continues his message The Debt of Love.

Sometimes it can be really hard to like people in the world today. Many are disagreeable or unkind. Some are mean and hurtful. Your human nature grows in anger and eventually hatred toward people like this. Yet, as Pastor John will teach you today, God calls you to love everyone - including your enemy. Love is the distinguishing mark of a believer. This love for others isn’t an emotion, a feeling, or for those deserving of it. It’s a choice to show God to the world through your love.

Now, let’s join Pastor John in the book of Romans chapter 13 as he begins his message The Debt of Love.

Some believers worry that if you obey the government and submit to those in authority, you’re simply becoming a doormat and allowing Satan to have his way. Well, today, Pastor John will remind you that God’s authority, God’s kingdom, and God’s purposes will never be diminished or lost. In nations where God is suppressed, God’s Kingdom actually grows. No matter what form of government the church is under, it can still flourish and thrive because God is bigger than any worldly government.

Now, let’s join Pastor John in the book of Romans chapter 13 as he continues his message God’s Strange Servants.

Submission. It’s not an easy concept to swallow. It’s against human nature to submit to others, especially if you don’t agree with them. However, God calls believers to submit to governmental authority. As a principle, you’re called to be obedient, a good citizen, and salt and light in society. Unless you’re required to disobey God, you ought to obey those in authority, Pastor John will explain today. There’ll never be a government or ideology that will ever overcome God’s Kingdom.

Now, let’s join Pastor John in the book of Romans chapter 13 as he begins his message God’s Strange Servants.

Everyone faces someone who opposes and hurts them at one time or another. When this happens to you, your natural instinct is to take revenge. Revenge is sweet, you may think. However, Pastor John today explains a better way. God asks you to give the situation to Him. Put it all into His hands. He’s a just and Holy God. He doesn’t ignore evil. Only He judges righteously and fairly.  He won’t forget any hurt you’ve received. Don’t add more evil, hatred, and sin to the world by taking your own vengeance.

Now, let’s join Pastor John in the book of Romans chapter 12 as he continues his message Love in Action.

In our world today, there’s so much hatred, division, anger, vengeance, and unkindness. It’s generally acceptable to hurt others who’ve hurt you and hate those who hate you. Yet, this is not what the Lord desires of His children. Today, Pastor John will explain how God says you should love your enemies instead of hate them. And do good to them when they’re hurtful to you. This is incredibly counter-cultural, but it’s exactly what demonstrates Godly love to the world.

Now, let’s join Pastor John in the book of Romans chapter 12 as he continues his message Love in Action.