In the midst of trials and troubles, it can be hard to see your way out or to see God in the middle of it. But every situation, every circumstance, every relationship, every moment in your life is under the providential care of God. Today Pastor John will explain that God is watching, ruling, and reigning over all things in your life. As Christians, you can rest in the truth that God is good and trustworthy and will use good moments, successes, failures, difficulties, and tragedies in your life for your good and His glory.

Now, let’s join Pastor John in the book of Romans chapter 8 as he begins his message All Things Working Together For Good.

Do you ever sneak in to grab a quick taste of an amazing meal before it’s served? It only gets you more excited and longing for the delicious meal to come! Well, as Christians, Pastor John explains today, the Holy Spirit in you is a pre-taste of the splendor and wonder to come in Heaven. The Spirit is a downpayment to you as a promise of the eternal glory to come! And every blessing of the Spirit today is just a hint of what’s to come soon. You know Heaven will be awesome - you’ve tasted a bit of it here!

Now, let’s join Pastor John in the book of Romans chapter 8 as he continues his message Groaning For Glory.

The world right now is in labor and travail. Creation is groaning because this isn’t how it was designed to be. Humans are hurting and troubled. And we all long for utopia - the joy and perfection of Eden. But in the meantime, as a true child of God, you will suffer for the sake of Christ in this world. But as a child of God, you don’t need to despair or lose hope - eternal glory is coming, Pastor John teaches today. And the joy to come far outweighs and overshadows any trouble you experience here and now.

Now, let’s join Pastor John in the book of Romans chapter 8 as he begins his message Groaning For Glory.

Sometimes, it can be hard to imagine how the God of all Creation, Lord Almighty, can know you and see you. He’s got the whole world to tend to, after all. Yet, as Pastor John teaches today, once you place your faith in Him, you’re now His beloved child. He knows you and loves you and cares for you as His own son or daughter. You. Personally. Intimately. He’s not just some far-off God in the sky disconnected from His creation. He’s your Abba. And God Almighty rejoices to hear you call out to Him as Papa.

Now, let’s join Pastor John in the book of Romans chapter 8 as he continues his message Adopted Into God’s Family.

Receiving mercy and forgiveness through faith in Christ is an amazing blessing. But, as Pastor John teaches today, the blessing doesn’t stop with just your salvation! When you place your faith in Christ and receive salvation, you’re also born into God’s family. You’re now His son or daughter. You can cry out to Him as your daddy! You’re no longer a far-off, distant adversary, but you’re His much-loved and cared-for child. You’re also, along with Christ, an heir of God, and able to receive all the inheritance of His child.

Now, let’s join Pastor John in the book of Romans chapter 8 as he begins his message Adopted Into God’s Family.

As an unbeliever, it can be hard to imagine giving up your desires for a God who asks for your whole life. Giving God your time, your finances, and your future seems like it would be impossible. Yet, as Pastor John teaches today, once you have the Holy Spirit in you through faith, those sacrifices for God aren’t as impossible as you think they will be. God gives you the desire to know Him through His word. He helps you understand His desires are better than your own. And He shows you He’s worthy of every sacrifice.

Now, let’s join Pastor John in the book of Romans chapter 8 as he continues his message Living on a New Level.

All those who live in unbelief and rebellion against God are at war with Him. Minus the army fatigues and weaponry, unbelievers battle with the God who created them. Yet, the moment you’re born again, and place your faith in Christ, your mind and heart can finally be free and at peace. Today, Pastor John teaches how God begins to transform you the moment you believe. You begin to desire God. You now want to please and worship God. You’re His child instead of His adversary.

Now, let’s join Pastor John in the book of Romans chapter 8 as he begins his message Living on a New Level.

When you’re saved by God through faith in Jesus, you’re freed from the power of sin. But many believers are content to continue in that life of bondage. But, as Pastor John teaches today, when you become God’s child, you’re a new creation. God gives you a new heart and calls you to now walk a life of faith and holiness. You won’t be perfect, but you should still strive to live as He desires you to. Seek after more of the Holy

Spirit every day in order to walk in this new life.

Now, let’s join Pastor John in the book of Romans chapter 8 as he continues his message No Condemnation.

God, in His love and mercy, saved mankind by sending Jesus to earth to be a sin offering and die on the cross to take our deserved punishment. And when we respond in faith, we are saved! And now, Pastor John explains, God further helps by giving the Holy Spirit to enable you to live a life free from sin and death. Sin held you captive before you believed, and now with the Holy Spirit, you’re able to defy that captivity and live free for Jesus.  So, allow the Spirit to change you as you seek to live a life of faith.

Now, let’s join Pastor John in the book of Romans chapter 8 as he continues his message No Condemnation.

Before you believed in Christ, you deserved the judgment of God for your sins. But, once you place your faith in Christ, who died to take the punishment for your sins, you’re no longer sentenced to that judgment. You’re no longer condemned to death. Today, Pastor John will explain how this forgiveness isn’t partial or conditional. It won’t expire or wear out. After forgiving you, God isn’t angry or holding a grudge. He sees you as His beloved child. You can’t lose Him. What an incredible truth this is!

Now, let’s join Pastor John in the book of Romans chapter 8 as he continues his message No Condemnation.