Many of us are all too familiar with the old adage, “it's not a religion, it's a relationship.' However cliché this might be, it doesn't make it any less true when it comes to Christianity. In today's message, Pastor Eddie emphasizes the importance of this foundation to our faith as believers in Christ. In our study, we're reminded that it's by none other than a profession of Christ that we're adopted into God's Kingdom as children and heirs. Much more than knowing about God, we get to know Him personally!

Perhaps one of the biggest struggles we face as believers is in recognizing that we're truly set free from sin. As born again believers who have been baptized in The Spirit, we're no longer debtors or slaves to the flesh, which reaps corruption and death. In today's message, Pastor Eddie helps us to better understand just what it means to be freed from the sinful nature of our flesh. In our study, we learn that by the baptism, empowering, and protection of God's Spirit, we're no longer slaves to sin.

While many of us are probably familiar with the verse, take every thought captive, we'd all agree it's much easier said than done. Just as with any spiritual discipline, getting into a steady habit of taking worldly thoughts before the throne of grace takes time. In today's message, Pastor Eddie teaches us the importance of recognizing sin in its preconceived form, desires and thoughts. In our study, we learn that by taking our thoughts captive to the obedience of Christ, we're sure to stop sin dead in its tracks.

Whether we're well versed or a brand new believer in Christ, each and every one of us is familiar with Romans 8 verse 1. However, no matter how many times we might read that we're no longer condemned in Christ, we sometimes struggle to live it out. In today's message, Pastor Eddie unpacks this powerful verse that so many of us rely on each and every day. In our study, we learn about the profound and wonderful nature of this verse that assures us that we're no longer condemned if we're in Christ.

As many of us have experienced multiple times in our lives, our own ability and strength often lets us down when it matters most. Whether it's breaking a bad habit or being more compassionate, constant failure can definitely lead to disappointment. In today's message, Pastor Eddie reminds us of the importance of looking to Christ for strength and not ourselves. In our study, we learn that by looking to our own ability for success, we're sure to be met with disappointment time and time again.

When reading some of Paul's deeper thoughts regarding the nature of sin and the flesh, we often end up with more questions. What seems to comes across as riddles or circular reasoning are actually some of the most profound portions of his letter to Rome. In today's message, Pastor Eddie continues to teach us about the constant battle between The Spirit of God and our sinful flesh. In our study we gain a better understanding of the struggle of doing what we shouldn't, and not doing what we should.

Perhaps one of the more controversial portions of Scripture is found in none other than Paul's letter to the Church in Rome. Many scholars have argued that chapter seven appears to come off as though Paul is giving license for Christians to freely sin. However, in today's message, Pastor Eddie will help us to clear up any confusion regarding these common misconceptions. In our study, we gain a better understanding of the sinful nature of our flesh and the spiritual battle we fight on a daily basis.

Many of us have probably heard several people say that they think they're a good person and that they live a good life. However, when we point them to God's law, it turns out that no one is as good as they think. So why not get rid of the law? In today's message, Pastor Eddie expands upon Paul's statement of what it means to have not known sin but by the law. In our study, we learn how the law both reveals our sin to us and how our only hope of salvation comes through the Work of The Cross.

Many of us can often end up confused by what it means to die to sin and the law if we don't receive a thorough explanation. While most of us would agree that we'd probably prefer to live, our salvation hinges upon this metaphysical event that takes place. In today's message, Pastor Eddie teaches us what it means to be dead to sin and the law and alive in The Body of Christ. In our study, we learn how each and every one of us is bound to the law without Christ, and each of us is held accountable without Him.

Whether it's due to misinterpretation, malicious intent, or lack of understanding, there are those who still complicate The Gospel. One of the most common ways we see this is by what's referred to as a works based salvation that adds to the work of the Cross. In today's message, Pastor Eddie reminds us of the wonderful yet simple reality of The Gospel message, salvation by faith. In our study, we learn how our salvation, sanctification, and righteousness are all achieved by our faith in Christ alone.